Russia Renewed Its Push for BRICS ‘Payment System’ to Challenge the U.S. Dollar
On Tuesday, Russia’s Foreign Ministry reiterated its interest in establishing a “cross-border payments infrastructure” for BRICS nations, aiming to reduce dependence on the US dollar in international trade. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov mentioned this initiative during a BRICS meeting in India, where it was introduced alongside a ‘New Investment Program and BRICS Grain […]
BRICS Group Plans Military Exercises for ‘Peace’ in 2026
Chinese, Russian, and South African Troops to Engage in Naval Exercise On Friday, China’s Ministry of Defense announced that Chinese forces will take part in a naval exercise titled “Will for Peace 2026,” set to occur off South Africa’s coast alongside Russian and South African military personnel. The Chinese government presents these naval activities as […]
What BRICS Might Risk at This Year’s U.N. General Assembly
The upcoming 2025 UN General Assembly (UNGA) might see significant European discussions about unilaterally declaring Palestine’s independence. But, at the same time, it’s set to be a crucial week for the BRICS economic group, which positions itself as an alternative to the established post-World War II international order dominated by the US and Europe. BRICS […]
Xi Jinping Takes Control of Anti-American BRICS in Virtual Meeting, Redirecting Directionless Group Against Trump
Xi Jinping’s Virtual Summit Addresses Trade Tensions During a virtual summit on Monday, Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader, addressed members of a Security and Trade Bloc aimed at countering U.S. influence. While he didn’t specifically name President Donald Trump or the United States, he criticized what he called a “trade war and tariff war,” as […]
Russia Suggests Creating a Technology Hub for BRICS Countries in Cuba, Which Often Faces Blackouts
Russia’s Technology Hub Proposal in Cuba Russia is looking to establish a new tech cluster, dubbed “Kayo Digital,” on Isla Duventodo in Cuba, aimed at businesses from Latin America’s BRICS Anti-US Bloc and countries in the Eurasian Economic Union. This initiative, as reported by a Cuban media outlet, also seeks to involve Cuban national media […]
Xi’s missing presence at the BRICS Summit raises questions about China’s impact.
Xi Jinping Skips BRICS Summit in Brazil Chinese President Xi Jinping will not be present at this week’s BRICS summit in Brazil, an unprecedented move for a Chinese leader. His sudden decision has led to much speculation about possible internal political issues within China, as well as the cohesion of the BRICS group itself. The […]
Forget what you’ve been told — the BRICS summit was doomed from the start.
The bricks are crumbling. The once-promising economic coalition of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, often referred to as BRICS, has seen both an increase in membership and a rise in internal tensions. Recently, the two dominant powers, Russia and China, have not attended the summit in Rio de Janeiro, leading to speculation about […]
Xi Jinping Will Not Attend BRICS Summit for the First Time Due to the Bloc Excluding Iran
Citing an anonymous source, reports indicate that Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the upcoming BRICS summit in Brazil, marking a notable first in the coalition’s history. The BRICS nations, primarily led by China and Russia, are set to meet in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on July 6th and 7th. Brazil has taken over […]
Indian PM Modi, an Iranian BRICS Ally, Acknowledges Discussions with Netanyahu Following Israeli Attacks
Modi and Netanyahu Discuss Regional Tensions Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared on Friday that he had a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During the conversation, Modi expressed India’s concern over escalating hostilities in the region, emphasizing a desire for peace rather than condemning actions against Iran. “He explained the evolving situation […]
BRICS Disregards South Africa as Country’s Standing Declines
This week, the BRICS coalition, which includes South Africa, remained notably quiet as their president faced intense scrutiny during a meeting at the White House over criticism surrounding violent rhetoric aimed at white farmers in his nation. During a meeting on Wednesday, President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke with President Donald Trump, which was supposed to be […]