Concrete alliance: The Hindu Editorial on the BRICS grouping and its expansion
1 year, 3 months ago

Concrete alliance: The Hindu Editorial on the BRICS grouping and its expansion

The Hindu  

If there was any doubt about the relevance of the BRICS grouping, which held its 15th Summit in Johannesburg this week, the massive global interest in its outcomes should have put those to rest. Ever since the grouping, set up as a coalition of emerging economies, said last year that it was open to new members, as many as 40 countries from the global south have evinced interest in joining, with at least 22 formal applications. Once the new members join, six of 10 of the biggest global oil suppliers will be BRICS countries, giving BRICS new heft in the field of energy. While the battle of proving its raison d’être may have been substantially won, the BRICS countries still fall short in showing a coherence of purpose, and are still mired by inner contradictions. In addition, any overtly political, anti-western stance by BRICS will make India, and other countries in the grouping who walk a tightrope between the global powers, including Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Brazil, uncomfortable.

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Africa sees growing drive to join BRICS
1 week, 6 days ago

Africa sees growing drive to join BRICS

China Daily  

The increasing number of African countries seeking to join the BRICS group signifies a strategic shift by the continent aimed at deepening its influence in the global community and securing new economic pathways for the future, analysts say. With Ethiopia and Egypt being the latest African countries to join BRICS this year, Kenya's President William Ruto has also expressed interest …

Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS countries if they pursue creating new currency
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS countries if they pursue creating new currency

CNN  

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump said he would require countries that are part of BRICS — a China- and Russia-backed group of emerging economies — to commit to not creating new currency or face 100% tariffs during his administration. We require a commitment from these Countries that they will neither create a new BRICS Currency, nor back any other Currency …

BRICS: A Gateway to a Brighter Future for the Global South
1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRICS: A Gateway to a Brighter Future for the Global South

China Daily  

BRICS is a platform for countries with similar historical experiences and development challenges to seek strength through unity. BRICS offers a unique channel for these countries to break free from unfair treatment, speak for themselves and defend their rights. BRICS has made global governance fairer, more equitable and inclusive.

India's Pro-West Ambitions Shape BRICS, Shaping Global South Narrative
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Pro-West Ambitions Shape BRICS, Shaping Global South Narrative

India Today  

India's engagement with Brics has become a platform for diplomacy and trust-building, showcasing its willingness to balance its relationships with both Western countries and China. The country's strategic participation in the bloc has led to a shift in its geopolitical approach, with India leveraging its opposing bloc to advance its economic, diplomatic, and geopolitical interests. The recent expansion of Brics …

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Counterweight to G7 Rich Nations

New Indian Express  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. The summit also welcomed 13 new countries as partners, taking the BRICS influence and size to greater levels. This expansion is expected to challenge the dominance of …

BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: A Counterweight to the Global Powerhouse G7

New Indian Express  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, marked a significant milestone in the bloc's history. It saw the inclusion of 13 new countries as partners, solidifying BRICS's global influence and expanding its economic reach to encompass 2.8 billion people. The summit also saw the resumption of formal bilateral talks between India and China, signifying a thaw in their frosty relations. BRICS …

India's Indispensable Position in BRICS: A Strategic Balancing Act
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

India's Indispensable Position in BRICS: A Strategic Balancing Act

Firstpost  

BRICS summit in Russia highlights India's strategic balancing act between the West and the Rest. The focus is on fostering a counterweight to Western dominance, particularly with China. India seeks flexibility and strategic alternatives through BRICS, showcasing its growing economic prowess and regional leadership. However, managing contradictions with China and balancing the US's exceptionalism remain significant challenges.

BRICS Summit in Kazan: A Message to the World
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2 months ago

BRICS Summit in Kazan: A Message to the World

The Hindu  

BRICS summit in Kazan highlights the group's intent to seek alternatives to the prevailing international governance structures. The summit saw the participation of nine countries and Saudi Arabia, with a focus on strengthening economic bonds and addressing bilateral issues. India, as a non-Western member, played a crucial balancing role by supporting the Declaration on Israel in Gaza and backing the …

BRICS Gathers Pace as Shared Grievances Fuel Diplomatic Talks in Kazan
2 months ago

BRICS Gathers Pace as Shared Grievances Fuel Diplomatic Talks in Kazan

Hindustan Times  

BRICS summit shows growing momentum as new members join the group. The summit scored diplomatic wins, with the presence of key leaders signaling a shift in the global economic landscape. While BRICS' track record is mixed, the growing number of members and the increasing focus on trade and finance suggest that the group is gaining traction. However, challenges to overcome, …

Arabs Optimistic About BRICS Rebalancing Global Order
2 months ago

Arabs Optimistic About BRICS Rebalancing Global Order

China Daily  

Arabs are optimistic about the rebalancing of the global order, with BRICS playing a more active role in safeguarding multilateralism and refining the world system. The bloc's growing momentum and influence, coupled with the increasing global challenges, have prompted Arab states to seek closer policy coordination with BRICS members. BRICS provides a platform for Arab states to have close policy …

BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?
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2 months ago

BRICS: A Fragmented Grouping or a Threat to the US-led Global Order?

News 18  

BRICS is a significant geopolitical bloc with the potential to challenge the US-led global order. While the group has emerged as a counter to Western financial hegemony, it is also fragmented in terms of viewpoints, with Russia and China being more aligned on anti-Western rhetoric than other members. India's strategic autonomy and the hunt for alternatives to Western sanctions further …

BRICS Plus: A New Era of Global Diplomacy Emerges from the Heart of the East
2 months ago

BRICS Plus: A New Era of Global Diplomacy Emerges from the Heart of the East

News 18  

BRICS+ emerges as a new force in global diplomacy, signaling a shift away from the US-dominated Western order. The bloc, which has grown from 5 to 20 members, is more diverse and reflects the interests of various countries in the Global South. BRICS+ allows member states to apply collective pressure on the US-led West to win the trust of the …

BRICS: A Gateway to a More Inclusive and Equitable Global Order
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2 months ago

BRICS: A Gateway to a More Inclusive and Equitable Global Order

China Daily  

Chinese President Xi Jinping highlights BRICS' role in promoting a multipolar world and driving globalization during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia. He expresses hope for in-depth discussions on the future development of BRICS, with a focus on securing more opportunities for the Global South.

BRICS: A Gateway to a More Inclusive and Equitable Global Order
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2 months ago

BRICS: A Gateway to a More Inclusive and Equitable Global Order

China Daily  

Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasizes the importance of the BRICS mechanism in promoting a multipolar world and driving globalization during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia. Xi highlights the BRICS platform's potential to address global issues and secure more opportunities for the Global South. Putin expresses Russia's commitment to close cooperation with China to ensure the …

Putin's BRICS Summit: A Show of defiance against the West
2 months ago

Putin's BRICS Summit: A Show of defiance against the West

Associated Press  

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies in Kazan, Russia. The summit aims to counterbalance Western clout and demonstrate Russia's defiance of the liberal order. The BRICS summit brings together 36 countries and more than 20 of them are represented by heads of state. Proposed projects include the creation of a new payment …

Putin to Host Global Summit in Kazan: A Show of Strength Against the West
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2 months ago

Putin to Host Global Summit in Kazan: A Show of Strength Against the West

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host a major international summit in Kazan, Russia, in 2024 to showcase Russia's strength and resilience against the West. The summit will bring together 22 world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, to discuss global issues and challenges. Putin will use the summit …

India's BRICS Membership: A Strategic Gambit for a Multipolar World
2 months ago

India's BRICS Membership: A Strategic Gambit for a Multipolar World

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia underscores the importance of the grouping for India. With India's growing economic and strategic influence, the BRICS expansion presents an opportunity to strengthen its global standing. India's participation would allow it to leverage the grouping's platform to promote a multipolar world, counterbalance the Western-led global order, and enhance …

Iran's Strategic Gambit in Brics: How to Break Free from Sanctions and Shape Global Dynamics
2 months ago

Iran's Strategic Gambit in Brics: How to Break Free from Sanctions and Shape Global Dynamics

Firstpost  

Iran's inclusion in Brics highlights its efforts to break free from international isolation. By aligning with these non-Western countries, Iran aims to reduce the impact of US sanctions and boost its influence globally. The group's shift towards a more multipolar world, where US influence faces more challenges, adds complexity to Iran's participation, but it also presents opportunities for cooperation and …

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order
2 months ago

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order

China Daily  

The 16th BRICS Summit will take place in Kazan, Russia from Tuesday to Thursday. The meeting, the first of its kind since the group's expansion, will have leaders from the new member countries join the discussions. BRICS promotes multilateralism and advocates for a fairer and more inclusive international order that reflects the political, demographic and economic weight of the countries …

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order
2 months ago

BRICS Summit: Paving the Way for an Inclusive International Order

China Daily  

The 16th BRICS Summit will take place in Kazan, Russia from Tuesday to Thursday. The meeting, the first of its kind since the group's expansion, will have leaders from the new member countries join the discussions. BRICS promotes multilateralism and advocates a fairer and more inclusive international order that reflects the political, demographic and economic weight of the countries of …

Putin's Summit in Kazan: Balancing Acts and Showing Global Unity
2 months ago

Putin's Summit in Kazan: Balancing Acts and Showing Global Unity

Associated Press  

Russian President Vladimir Putin will be hosting a summit in Kazan, Russia, to showcase the country's growing global influence. The summit will bring together multiple world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, India's Narendra Modi, Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian. The summit is a show of Russia's determination to counterbalance the Western-led world order and demonstrate its economic …

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Countries
2 months ago

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Countries

China Daily  

BRICS' expansion presents both opportunities and challenges for the bloc. As the number of member states increases, so does the complexity of the group's decision-making process. The rise in diversity also poses a challenge to maintaining unity and cooperation. BRICS must find ways to address these challenges and ensure that the bloc remains a relevant and effective platform for cooperation …

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Members
2 months ago

BRICS Faces New Challenges as It Expands to 10 Members

China Daily  

BRICS' expansion presents both opportunities and challenges for the bloc. With the inclusion of Egypt, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia and Saudi Arabia, BRICS faces new challenges from both the current international order and the expanding club itself. The success of BRICS depends on how effectively the member states navigate these external pressures and internal differences. The rise in …

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with BRICS Leaders in Kazan Summit
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2 months ago

PM Modi to Hold Bilateral Talks with BRICS Leaders in Kazan Summit

India Today  

Indian Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, says that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from the BRICS member states during the Kazan Summit. The Summit will provide a crucial platform to address global challenges such as economic cooperation, climate change, and international security.

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa and Asia who are seeking to join the grouping. BRICS is a non-aligned grouping that believes in human values, respects diversity, and upholds multilateralism. The group is seen as a way for the Global South to unite and work together to preserve their sovereignty and territorial integrity. BRICS offers …

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World
2 months ago

BRICS: A Beacon of Hope for the Global South in a Volatile World

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit is a gathering of 15 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to discuss the potential admission of new members. The summit is a response to the escalating conflicts and tensions in the world, and BRICS is seen as a beacon of hope for the Global South. The author argues that BRICS is a grouping that upholds …

BRICS Embraces a New Era of Unity and Self-Improvement for the Global South
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2 months ago

BRICS Embraces a New Era of Unity and Self-Improvement for the Global South

China Daily  

The BRICS Summit in Kazan marks a new era for the grouping, with the inclusion of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates. The summit aims to promote a more inclusive international financial settlement system, build new communication channels, and develop mechanisms for long-term investment. However, for countries that prioritize a rules-based world order, the meeting is a thorn …

Putin hosts a summit in a bid to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage
2 months ago

Putin hosts a summit in a bid to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage

NPR  

Putin hosts a summit in a bid to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage toggle caption Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP In the coming days, Russian President Vladimir Putin will be shaking hands with multiple world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, India's Narendra Modi, Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian. "While Putin will want the China-Russia …

What to Know About the BRICS Group of Countries Rivaling the G-7
2 months ago

What to Know About the BRICS Group of Countries Rivaling the G-7

Bloomberg  

The BRICS group of emerging-market powers — the acronym stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — has gone from a slogan dreamed up at an investment bank two decades ago to a real-world club that controls a multilateral lender. It almost doubled in size in 2024, pairing several major energy producers with some of the biggest consumers …

BRICS Not an Anti-Western Group: Russian President Putin Highlights Shared Values in 16th Summit
2 months ago

BRICS Not an Anti-Western Group: Russian President Putin Highlights Shared Values in 16th Summit

ABP News  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has clarified that BRICS is not an anti-Western group, emphasizing that the grouping is non-Western and has shared values and goals for development. Putin discussed the economic prospects of BRICS nations, highlighting the positive growth expected in China, India, and Saudi Arabia. He also acknowledged India's concerns about the Ukraine conflict and expressed Russia's commitment to …

Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey seeks to join the BRICS bloc of emerging economies, a Kremlin official says

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — NATO member Turkey has applied for membership in the BRICS bloc of developing economies, a senior Kremlin official said Wednesday, as Russia and China seek to counter the West’s global influence. Yuri Ushakov, President Vladimir Putin’s foreign affairs aide, told reporters that Turkey has submitted an application “for full membership” in the bloc that Russia this year chairs, …

Turkey seeks to join BRICS bloc of emerging economies, Russia says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey seeks to join BRICS bloc of emerging economies, Russia says

LA Times  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, pictured in April, has stated several times that his country aspires to become a member of the BRICS alliance, a spokesman said. NATO member Turkey has applied for membership in the BRICS bloc of developing economies, a senior Kremlin official said Wednesday, as Russia and China seek to counter the West’s global influence. Turkish President …

Balancing an inflated membership
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Balancing an inflated membership

China Daily  

Ma Xuejing/CHINA DAILY Successful handling of internal relations requires BRICS to become the center stage for global South-South cooperation, instead of a confrontational leverage against the US-led West At the beginning of 2024, BRICS underwent a historic expansion. As Middle Eastern countries increasingly seek economic reform, political independence and diplomatic diversification in regional and global affairs, joining the BRICS is …

Balancing an inflated membership
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Balancing an inflated membership

China Daily  

Ma Xuejing/CHINA DAILY Successful handling of internal relations requires BRICS to become the center stage for global South-South cooperation, instead of a confrontational leverage against the US-led West At the beginning of 2024, BRICS underwent a historic expansion. As Middle Eastern countries increasingly seek economic reform, political independence and diplomatic diversification in regional and global affairs, joining the BRICS is …

BRICS ties eyed as multipolar trend emerges
6 months ago

BRICS ties eyed as multipolar trend emerges

China Daily  

The significant interest of Bolivia and Nicaragua joining the BRICS group highlights the growing economic ties with the group's members, in particular with China, while reducing their dependency on Western economies, say experts. "The involvement of countries like Bolivia and Nicaragua in BRICS has the potential to rebalance economic influences and create a more multipolar global economy," said Gabriel Merino, …

Dialogue crucial for global vitality: China Daily editorial
6 months, 1 week ago

Dialogue crucial for global vitality: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Foreign Ministers Naledi Pandor of South Africa, Wang Yi of China, Sergei Lavrov of Russia, Mauro Vieira of Brazil and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates pose for a group photo during a meeting of foreign ministers of the BRICS group of nations, in the city of Nizhny Novgorod, Russia June 10, 2024. This is …

India welcomes Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new BRICS members
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India welcomes Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new BRICS members

India TV News  

Moscow: India on Monday welcomed Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia as new members of the BRICS grouping as their representatives attended a key meeting of the bloc hosted by Russia, which took over the year-long membership of BRICS on January 1. The ministers at the meeting welcomed "the active participation of the new members of BRICS, the Ministers …

Global majority remakes mankind's future
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Global majority remakes mankind's future

China Daily  

MA XUEJING/CHINA DAILY Under the leadership of a strong Global South, we will see the emergence of a multipolar world where all nations are equal and there are no wars The Global South should now be called the "global majority" to do justice to its socio-economic, geopolitical and civilizational impact on the shape of things to come in this world. …

Nationally focused NGOs ‘will be priority at BRICS-Civil’ meet in July
10 months ago

Nationally focused NGOs ‘will be priority at BRICS-Civil’ meet in July

The Hindu  

Nationally oriented NGOs will find prominence at the BRICS-Civil 2024 to be held in Moscow from July 3-4, according to a Russian organiser Dr. Victoria Panova, head of the BRICS Expert Council of Russia. “We are focusing on fair and just development, sovereign, economic and financial development, information security and digital development, public health and human wellbeing, heritage preservation, ecology …

BRICS: 5 countries officially join Group of Emerging Nations
10 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS: 5 countries officially join Group of Emerging Nations

Live Mint  

South Africa’s foreign minister said Saudi Arabia and four other countries have accepted the invitation to join the BRICS club of nations that was extended during a summit last year. Minister Naledi Pandor said that Russia, who takes over as chair of the bloc this year from South Africa, has received written interest from 34 countries who want to join. …

India watches BRICS’ new members warily because of Chinese influence
11 months, 1 week ago

India watches BRICS’ new members warily because of Chinese influence

Hindustan Times  

“China and India’s disagreement,” noted Hung Tran, non-resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s GeoEconomics Center in an essay, "regarding membership expansion will shape the prospects of aspiring BRICS countries and the organization’s future.’’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi with China's President Xi Jinping. It does not want to lose its influence if the BRICS group admits too many new members …

BRICS Doubles in Size with Admission of 5 New Members; Putin Hints at Further Expansion
11 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS Doubles in Size with Admission of 5 New Members; Putin Hints at Further Expansion

News 18  

The BRICS bloc of top emerging economies, including India, Russia and China, has announced induction of five full members into it in an attempt to expand its strategic heft against the backdrop of Western dominance in world affairs. As Moscow assumed the presidency of BRICS, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday said the grouping has become a 10-nation body now …

BRICS Expansion: Five including Iran, Saudi Arabia & UAE join bloc
11 months, 3 weeks ago

BRICS Expansion: Five including Iran, Saudi Arabia & UAE join bloc

Firstpost  

In a move to enhance its strategic influence in response to the prevailing dominance of the West in global affairs, the BRICS bloc of top emerging economies, including India, Russia and China has announced the induction of five full members. As Russia took on the BRICS presidency, President Vladimir Putin declared on Monday that the group has now expanded to …

Bloc key platform for cooperation among economies
1 year ago

Bloc key platform for cooperation among economies

China Daily  

China Daily When I was given an assignment to cover the BRICS Summit in South Africa in August, I was overjoyed. By the close of the meeting on Aug 24 the Johannesburg summit had achieved a milestone for the BRICS grouping, the key highlight being the agreement to admit six new member countries. The expectations for the summit as well …

Will Pakistan join BRICS? What would its entry mean for India?
1 year, 1 month ago

Will Pakistan join BRICS? What would its entry mean for India?

Firstpost  

Pakistan wants to join the BRICS grouping in 2024 and is pinning its hopes for membership on Russia. Foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra in August said, “We have a positive intent and an open mind when it comes to BRICS expansion.” India already co-exists with Pakistan in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation – a grouping led by China and Russia. A piece …

Pakistan Applies for BRICS Membership; Seeks Russia's Support
1 year, 1 month ago

Pakistan Applies for BRICS Membership; Seeks Russia's Support

News 18  

Pakistan has applied for membership in the BRICS grouping and sought Russia’s support, the country’s envoy to Moscow Muhammad Khalid Jamali has said. Pakistan has filed an application to join the BRICS group of nations in 2024 and is counting on Russia’s assistance during the membership process, Russia’s official TASS news agency quoted Jamali as saying on Wednesday. Jamali said …

Islamabad applies to join BRICS in 2024, says Pakistan's envoy to Russia
1 year, 1 month ago

Islamabad applies to join BRICS in 2024, says Pakistan's envoy to Russia

Firstpost  

The league of developed and developing nations originally consisted of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa and was formed in 2010. At its last summit in South Africa in October the BRICS group decided to invite six more countries to join their alliance. Pakistan has applied to join the BRICS group of nations in 2024, with the expectation of …

Building BRICS for the future
1 year, 2 months ago

Building BRICS for the future

The Hindu  

In August, six new members were inducted into the BRICS grouping, in South Africa. More members could be inducted, which means that BRICS could pose a serious challenge to the dominance of the G7 comprising Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.K., and the U.S. Second, two members of BRICS are China and India, which together contain one-third of the …

BRICS expansion: Shaping global dynamics and India's strategic role
1 year, 2 months ago

BRICS expansion: Shaping global dynamics and India's strategic role

Hindustan Times  

In the recent 15th BRICS Summit, the grouping took a major step in expanding its reach and influence with the announcement that six more nations have been invited to join as new members. As the BRICS operates based on consensus-driven decision-making, attaining consensus among eleven countries characterized by diverse economies, geographical locations, and interests proves to be substantially more challenging …

The implications of the expansion of BRICS
1 year, 3 months ago

The implications of the expansion of BRICS

The Hindu  

On August 24, the 15th BRICS summit in Johannesburg announced that the five-member grouping had invited six new members — Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates from West Asia; Egypt and Ethiopia from Africa, and Argentina from Latin America. BRICS challenges this West-led world order: it promotes intra-BRICS economic and political cooperation, builds institutions outside western control, and …

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