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BRICS summit: Iran-UAE tensions put New Delhi declaration at risk as India pushes consensus

BRICS leaders are negotiating a joint declaration amid sharp divisions on the West Asia conflict. India aims to shield the Global South from geopolitical turmoil and economic consequences. The summit focuses on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability for inclusive global growth. Leaders will exchange views on common priorities and global…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

BRICS Business Forum 2026: Piyush Goyal urges nations to open markets, cut trade barriers and link payment systems

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged BRICS nations to open markets and cut non-tariff barriers. He called for linking payment systems to foster deeper economic integration among members. Goyal emphasized building resilient supply chains with trade flowing in both directions. He highlighted non-tariff measures as significant impediments to export growth and…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

India positions BRICS as growth engine for Global South; Xi, Putin among key world leaders heading to New Delhi

India welcomes global leaders at the BRICS summit, emphasizing developmental priorities for the Global South. This pivotal meeting will tackle pressing issues such as food, energy, and supply chain security. Notably, President Xi Jinping's participation marks his first visit to India in seven years. Participants will engage in discussions about…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

BRICS at a crossroads: Why India's chairship must turn diversity into strength

BRICS, with its expanded membership, aims to strengthen multilateralism and global dialogue. The group seeks to convert economic complementarity into resilient and dependable value chains. Sustainability is presented as a crucial development imperative for member nations. BRICS can offer pragmatic, development-centered approaches to global challenges. The grouping can reinforce its…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

What is the BRICS ‘UNIT’ – and could it really challenge the US dollar?

At a major summit in Russia last year, a banknote was unveiled that carried more symbolism than monetary value.

The Conversation · Dec 17, 2025

As the world order shifts, NZ should ‘spread its diplomatic wings’ and look at joining BRICS

With the old global order in a heightened state of flux, driven by US President Donald Trump’s attacks on free trade, international organisations and human rights, small states like New Zealand are having to adjust their foreign policies and hedge their bets.

The Conversation · Sep 10, 2025

Trump threatens a 100% tariff on ‘dead’ BRICS group if they ‘play games with the dollar’

Countries like Malaysia and Thailand have expressed interest in joining BRICS, seen as a counterweight to the West, in recent years.

Fortune · Feb 14, 2025

Russia’s BRICS summit: What’s on the agenda and why it matters to Putin

The summit, which leaders from two dozen nations will attend, is the largest event Russia has hosted in years.

Al Jazeera · Oct 22, 2024

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.

France 24 · Sep 5, 2024

What is Brics? Trump threatens 10 per cent extra tariff over 'anti-American' policies

Donald Trump has set strict rules for any country “aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS”

Evening Standard · Aug 24, 2023