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Who is going to Putin-hosted Brics summit in Russia – and why has Brazil’s Lula dropped out?

Vladimir Putin hosting first big international summit since war in Ukraine to signal he is not isolated on world stage

The Independent UK

Turkey attempts to broker power between east and west as it bids to join Brics

In a significant diplomatic manoeuvre that may have far-reaching implications for the international system of alliances, Turkey has submitted a formal request to join Brics, the group of emerging-market economies, signalling its intent to diversify its partnerships beyond the west.

The Conversation

Brazil's Lula cancels trip to Russia for BRICS summit after an accident

Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has canceled his trip to Russia for a BRICS summit after an accident at home that left him with a cut in the neck

The Independent UK

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Putin Seeks To Rival Western Power With High-profile Summit

Two dozen world leaders will meet in Russia next week for a summit of the BRICS group, an alliance of emerging economies that the Kremlin hopes will challenge Western "hegemony".

International Business Times

South African agriculture needs to crack the Chinese market. How to boost exports

South Africa’s agricultural sector has more than doubled in value and volume terms since 1994. This success has been linked to international trade. Exports now account for roughly half (in value terms) of the annual agricultural production.

The Conversation

East is East, West is West − and Turkey is looking to forge its own BRICS path between the two

Turkey tends to march to its own drum in international affairs.

The Conversation

Turkey’s ‘balancing act’ with BRICS bid raises NATO concerns

Turkey’s application to join the BRICS bloc, led by Russia and China, is sparking concerns over President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's commitment to NATO. The move, by a member of the world’s most powerful military alliance, highlights the geostrategic shifts straining the post-war order at a time of heightened international tensions.

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Turkey Applies For BRICS Membership To Boost Global Influence

Turkey applies for BRICS membership to diversify alliances and enhance global influence.

Top News

BRICS Games In Kazan: Showcasing Diverse Sports Amid Politics

The sixth BRICS Games in Kazan, Russia bring together athletes from diverse countries amid geopolitical tensions.

Al Jazeera

Russia, China, Ukraine, Africa: What’s on the G7 agenda in Italy?

From frozen Russian assets to growing West-China tensions, leading advanced economies have thorny issues to tackle.

The Times of India

Putin’s friends are helping Russia upend the US-led world order

Vladimir Putin is wrapping up a trip to China, where his warm ties with President Xi Jinping have led to booming trade and increasing defense coordination. More than two years since his February 2022 invasion of Ukraine began, it’s a far cry from efforts by the US and its Group…

International Business Times

More Money Pledged For Flood-stricken Brazil

The BRICS group of nations pledged a billion dollars for storm-ravaged southern Brazil Tuesday as slowly receding floodwaters started to reveal the full extent of the devastation.

The Hindu

India seriously considering FTA with Eurasian Economic Union: Belarus Foreign Minister

India is “seriously considering” starting talks for a free trade agreement with the EAEU, Sergei Aleinik declared during his two day visit to India.

International Business Times

Will The Expanded BRICS Finally Dethrone The Dollar With Help From Crypto?

Now gaining power, the idea of replacing the dollar with an alternative currency that would enable them to settle payments, at least among each other, has been something that BRICS countries have sought for several years.

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