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BRICS.
association of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates
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US strikes began on Iranian territory in late February, prompting tacit backing from international groupings.Some support2 reports
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Lula da Silva deepens his partnership with China while Brazil participates in BRICS, amidst Trump's claims over Latin America.Well supported5 reports
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Kazakhstan is facilitating trade between China and Europe, with transit volumes targets set for the European market.Well supported8 reports6 developments inside
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The BRICS bloc was founded in 2013 with aims to partner with Africa for development, involving South Africa and Jacob Zuma.Some support1 report1 development inside
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South Africa participated in a BRICS informal meeting in Pretoria while Jacob Zuma attended the G20 Summit in Hangzhou in 2016.Some support1 report
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BRICS grouping confirmed its membership, including China, India, Brazil, Russia, and South Africa, amid Trump's tariff threats.Some support2 reports
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Mozambique is strengthening its engagement with the BRICS grouping and expanding bilateral ties with key members like Russia, China, India, and Brazil.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Malusi Gigaba spoke on the BRICS Summit, and a BRICS Youth Summit was held in Limpopo in 2018.Some support1 report
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BRICS membership drives strategic reassessment of national interests, with South Africa amplifying Africa's voice.Well supported27 reports11 developments inside
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Ghana's cabinet approved the country's bid to join the BRICS group following a briefing by an Indian Minister in Accra.Well supported21 reports1 development inside
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Russia pledges diplomatic backing for Ghana's bid to join the BRICS group, leveraging its influence within the bloc.Some support2 reports
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Sierra Leone is seeking Russian expertise and Indian technology for processing during the BRICS summit.Some support4 reports
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BRICS and ASEAN engaged in outreach to Global South partners and discussed strengthening the India-ASEAN strategic partnership.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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India and Thailand strengthened bilateral cooperation during a discussion held within the BRICS framework.Some support3 reports
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Malaysia is seeking membership in the BRICS bloc for strategic advantages.Some support2 reports
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BRICS India Ministerial Meeting explored deepening trade and investment cooperation between member nations, including Egypt.Well supported23 reports2 developments inside
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Russia remains a major defense supplier to India, with discussions underway regarding the BrahMos missile upgrade during the BRICS summit.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Brazil is preparing to issue panda bonds in China, while China leverages interest rate gaps to boost the yuan, amidst BRICS cooperation.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Modi addressed the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where India holds the presidency of the bloc.Well supported67 reports5 developments inside
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India hosted the BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi on January 1, 2026.Some support9 reports
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India is recognized as a key partner in the BRICS bloc, with Vladimir Putin strongly backing India's strategic autonomy against Western threats.Well supported120 reports4 developments inside
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India prepares specialists for Russian industry needs during the BRICS summit, while Kumar shared information in an interview with TASS.Some support1 report
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The BRICS Summit is currently underway in New Delhi, with Xi Jinping attending the high-level talks.Well supported114 reports14 developments inside
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India hosts the BRICS Summit and leads the chairship initiatives.Well supported99 reports10 developments inside
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Om Birla is chairing the BRICS proceedings in New Delhi, with Narendra Modi attending the summit.Some support1 report
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Shandong hosted a trade conference with BRICS members, attracting investment pitches from various nations including Serbia, Malaysia, Ethiopia, and Indonesia.Some support2 reports
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India is hosting BRICS meetings in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.Well supported25 reports1 development inside
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India hosted the BRICS parliamentary forum, where Om Birla noted the Rajya Sabha chairman's previous actions.Well supported7 reports
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Russia faces sanctions while Putin proposes new mechanisms within BRICS to seek independence from Western pressure.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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During the BRICS summit, India and Narendra Modi pushed for major reforms in global institutions, including a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.Well supported32 reports3 developments inside
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BRICS calls for major reforms of Western financial institutions, with India acting as a brake on de-dollarization efforts.Some support3 reports
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Amid geopolitical tensions, leaders are prioritizing bilateral talks over the UN platform, while China participates in plurilateral economic groupings.Some support1 report1 development inside
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US tariffs and sanctions challenge global trade while China's digital yuan supports BRICS autonomy.Some support1 report
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The BRICS summit hosted by India involved discussions with the UAE, complicated by external pressures from Donald Trump's deals.Well supported3 reports
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The 18th BRICS Summit is currently taking place in New Delhi, where members are calling for significant reforms in the WTO and the IMF.Well supported36 reports2 developments inside
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An Indonesian play and festival explored damage from careless waste, featuring narratives from BRICS nations.Some support1 report
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Goldman Sachs identified an emerging market trend on October 19, 2026.Some support1 report
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Ghana seeks BRICS partnership status amid parliamentary scrutiny, while Trump threatens tariffs on allies.Some support1 report
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Costa Rica engages with BRICS and other powers while facing US tariff tests and joining the CAFTA-DR pact.Some support1 report
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Bilateral talks between Azerbaijan and BRICS were held to strengthen multilateral cooperation.Some support1 report
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During the BRICS summit hosted by India, India reiterated support for a two-state solution and expanded strategic ties with Israel, while also holding talks with Iran.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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BRICS countries are utilizing the New Development Bank (NDB) to provide financing for developing nations.Well supported7 reports
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Trump advocates for economic sovereignty, challenging globalist frameworks and the petro-dollar era, involving BRICS and Europe.Some support1 report
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Brazilian political shifts, including Bolsonaro's conviction and his son's rise, are expected to affect BRICS dynamics, mirroring US political experiences.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The outcome of the Brazilian election is now affecting investment decisions within the BRICS bloc.Some support2 reports
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The BRICS Summit 2026 is currently taking place in Delhi.Well supported19 reports
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Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the BRICS forum on October 14, 2026.Some support5 reports
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Cosatu held its congress in Midrand while India hosted the BRICS summit.Well supported5 reports
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BRICS Summit discussions signal strategic convergence, covering economic cooperation, defense, and AI between India and the UAE.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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India's role in the G20 presidency and BRICS association is noted alongside Chhattisgarh learning from Gujarat's model.Some support1 report
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India hosted a Global South summit on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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BRICS is assessed to have anti-US/anti-West underpinnings and is viewed as a China-dominated platform during the New Delhi summit.Some support1 report
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Putin discussed BRICS countries during a working visit, viewing current European issues as systemic errors rooted in post-Soviet vulnerabilities.Well supported7 reports
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Sri Lanka is seeking membership in BRICS due to its strategic positioning, with India finding common ground within the group.Some support1 report
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India views BRICS as a complementary forum and engages in global forums including G20.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
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India uses its BRICS presidency and G20 engagement to advance ties with Africa, including Côte d'Ivoire.Some support6 reports
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India's Economic Relations Secretary, Sudhakar Dalela, participated in a BRICS forum held in New Delhi.Well supported6 reports
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BRICS summit, hosted by India, addresses global issues, including Western pressure and strategic autonomy.Some support2 reports
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India is actively engaged in multiple geopolitical forums, including the Quad, BRICS, and bilateral cooperation with France.Some support1 report
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A collection of concurrent geopolitical developments on September 8, 2026, including Russia clarifying de-dollarization goals ahead of the BRICS summit, Marco Rubio launching a regional influence tour, and Trump and Putin holding calls regarding the Ukraine war.Well supported3 reports4 developments inside
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What's reaching BRICS
Events traced to BRICS, step by step, newest first- AU's growing confidence could boost its influence in BRICSAU's enhanced political confidence may strengthen its negotiating influence in BRICSPossible
- Stronger Russia-China ties may boost BRICS's global coordinationStronger Russia-China ties may boost BRICS's global coordinationLikely
- Russia's ties with South Sudan may boost its strategic weight in BRICSRussia's strategic outreach to South Sudan may reinforce its influence within BRICS.Possible
- Indonesia's potential MPIA entry could strengthen BRICS trade rulesIndonesia's potential MPIA entry could strengthen BRICS trade rulesPossible
- Merz's warnings on supply chains could influence BRICS's strategic focusMerz's warnings about supply chains may prompt BRICS to accelerate economic cooperation.Possible
- G20's focus on sanctions may challenge BRICS's global economic modelG20's focus on sanctions may challenge BRICS's global economic modelPossible
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- Russia-Africa summit boosts BRICS's appeal as Africa seeks multipolar orderThe Russia-Africa Summit strengthens BRICS's platform as Africa seeks multipolar alternativesLikely
- Supply chain shifts may alter BRICS's economic influenceSupply chain shifts toward South America may alter BRICS's economic influencePossible
- Ethiopia's AI push with Russia reinforces BRICS strategic tiesEthiopia's tech ties with Russia may strengthen BRICS' strategic alignmentPossible
- Africa's pivot away from France may boost BRICS' influenceAfrica's pivot away from France may boost BRICS' influencePossible
- Indonesia's strong consumer sales boost BRICS economic vitalityStrong sales growth in Indonesia and Africa boosts BRICS economic vitalityPossible
- South Africa's AGOA access could stabilize its economic role in BRICSStable US trade access may bolster South Africa's influence within BRICSPossible
- Russia's drive for satellite independence reinforces BRICS' strategic goalsRussia's push for satellite independence reinforces BRICS' strategic goalsPossible
- Russia-Africa cooperation may reinforce BRICS's global roleRussia-Africa cooperation may reinforce BRICS's global rolePossible
- US investment limits could strain BRICS members like Iran and RussiaUS investment limits may complicate economic stability within BRICSPossible
- Goyal's critique of EU climate policy reinforces BRICS stanceThe BRICS bloc's coordinated opposition to CBAM is reinforced by Goyal's critique of European policies.Likely
- UNEP report urges major economies like BRICS to accelerate climate actionBRICS may face increased pressure to accelerate emissions cuts following UNEP's climate report.Possible
- BRICS may face pressure to overhaul industrial models for climate goalsBRICS may face strong long-term pressure to overhaul industrial models to meet climate goalsPossible
- India's new strategic ties with Poland could influence BRICS agendaIndia's deepened strategic ties with Poland may shift BRICS's geopolitical focusPossible
- Global energy disruptions may strain BRICS economiesGlobal oil and gas supply disruptions may increase costs and strain BRICS economies.Possible
- New Abu Dhabi hub could strengthen healthcare supply chains for BRICSThe Abu Dhabi logistics hub may boost healthcare supply chains for BRICS members.Possible
- South Africa's AI strategy could shape BRICS's technological directionSouth Africa's AI learning trip may influence BRICS's technological cooperation.Possible
- Global debt debate may shift perceptions of BRICS's economic viabilityGlobal debt debate may shift perceptions of BRICS's economic viabilityPossible
- Food inflation may strain BRICS's economic stabilityFood inflation may strain BRICS's economic stability and trade dynamicsPossible
- US-China rivalry may reshape BRICS's strategic alliancesUS-China rivalry may reshape BRICS's strategic alliancesPossible
- India-South Africa mining deal boosts BRICS cooperationThe India-South Africa mining deal strengthens BRICS's investment goalsLikely
- India's climate call reinforces BRICS' push for equitable global actionIndia's climate call reinforces BRICS' push for equitable global actionLikely
- Global energy shift may reinforce BRICS's alternative economic roleThe BRICS bloc may gain geopolitical weight as energy trade bypasses Western sanctionsPossible
- West Asia crisis may challenge BRICS energy security and stabilityWest Asia crisis could challenge BRICS energy security and stabilityPossible
- Indonesia's trade expo may boost BRICS' global economic influenceIndonesia's trade expansion could strengthen BRICS' global economic standing.Possible
- US sanctions on Iran may complicate trade and financial operations for BRICSBRICS members face increased trade risk and financial pressure from US sanctions on IranLikely
- African AI sovereignty efforts strengthen BRICS's global roleAfrican AI sovereignty efforts strengthen BRICS's role as a global alternative power centerPossible
- Regional dialogues may reinforce BRICS's goals for trade and financeRegional dialogues may reinforce BRICS's goals for trade and financePossible
- South Africa's mineral push may strengthen BRICS's role in global tradeSouth Africa's mineral push may strengthen BRICS's role in global trade blocsPossible
- IMF inflation debates may reinforce BRICS' push for global financial reformIMF debates on inflation may reinforce BRICS' push for global financial reformPossible
- China-Russia military cooperation may strengthen BRICS's global influenceChina-Russia military ties may boost BRICS's geopolitical influence against the WestPossible
- Global financial risks may challenge BRICS's growing influenceGlobal financial tightening could challenge BRICS's ability to maintain financial influence.Possible
- Russia-UAE talks could boost BRICS's regional influenceBRICS's geopolitical influence may strengthen through Russia-UAE cooperationPossible
- IMF's strict demands on Pakistan fuel BRICS's push for financial reformIMF's strict fiscal demands on Pakistan intensify global financial governance debateLikely
- China's debt spiral could introduce systemic risk to BRICSChina's debt spiral may introduce systemic economic risk to the BRICS blocPossible
- Sino-Russian coordination bolsters BRICS's global influenceSino-Russian alignment strengthens BRICS's push for a multipolar global order.Likely
- China and Russia's lunar base plan strengthens BRICS' strategic alignmentChina and Russia's lunar base plan strengthens BRICS' strategic alignmentPossible
- Sudan's IMF attendance may reinforce BRICS's call for financial reformSudan's push for debt relief may reinforce BRICS's call for global financial reformPossible
- EU's protectionist measures may strain BRICS's global trade alignmentBRICS may face diplomatic strain as EU protectionism targets key membersPossible
- US tariffs on India and China may force BRICS to rethink tradeThe BRICS bloc may be forced to adjust its collective trade strategies due to US tariffsPossible
- Russia-Iran strategic ties reinforce BRICS' non-Western alignmentRussia-Iran cooperation strengthens BRICS' geopolitical alignment against Western influenceLikely
- India's trade expansion may boost BRICS' global economic influenceIndia's trade expansion may boost BRICS' global economic influencePossible
- South Africa's carbon credits may offer a model for BRICSSouth Africa's carbon credit model may offer a framework for BRICS sustainable developmentPossible
- Ukraine conflict escalation may strain BRICS bloc dynamicsEscalation in Ukraine could complicate BRICS's economic and political stabilityPossible
- Diesel deal may shift global energy prices affecting BRICSBRICS economies may face shifts due to changes in global diesel pricesPossible
- BRICS economies may benefit from stabilizing global diesel prices due to increased Russian supplyBRICS economies may benefit from stabilizing global diesel prices due to increased Russian supply.Possible
- Russia's instability may challenge BRICS' strategic agendaRussia's instability may challenge BRICS' strategic agendaPossible
- Bolivia's IMF talks may strengthen BRICS's challenge to global financeBolivia's reliance on IMF funding may reinforce BRICS's push for global financial reformPossible
- Cape Town events may boost BRICS' strategic importance in AfricaIncreased visibility of African potential may reinforce BRICS' strategic importancePossible
- US push for Iran action may reinforce BRICS's call for global reformUS push for Iran action may reinforce BRICS's call for global reformPossible
- North Korea's Aid to Russia Reinforces BRICS Strategic GoalsNK-Russia cooperation bolsters BRICS' anti-Western strategic alignmentIncludes Brind's reasoning
Explainers that pass through BRICS
BRICS is a step on the way to someone else- How could discussions on Persian Gulf stability affect Masoud Pezeshkian's presidency?Regional stability talks could shift the diplomatic landscape for IranPossible
- India leads BRICS clean energy push with 164 GW solar capacityIndia leads BRICS push for clean energy transition and resilient gridsReported
- Sri Lanka missed out on new BRICS development bankSri Lanka missed out on new BRICS financing bankReported
Around BRICS this week
News at the entities that move BRICS most-
China StructuralNova Scotia is exporting seafood to China, which has extended tariff-free access for Canadian products.Moves BRICS
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Indonesia StructuralIndonesia and Austria deepened strategic collaborations through diplomatic receptions and cultural heritage displays.Moves BRICS
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UAE StructuralA group of expatriates from Kerala is challenging local policy in the UAE.Moves BRICS
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Xi Jinping OperationalThe CCP initiated sweeping military purges and asserted control over the principal military force of the country.Moves BRICS
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India OperationalPakistan, Turkmenistan, and India are collaborating on regional connectivity projects to strengthen energy security.Moves BRICS
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Narendra Modi OperationalDelhi leaders are accused of controlling the Punjab government, while Gandhi challenges Modi's anti-national allegations amid a drug menace crisis.Moves BRICS
Connections
The 40 strongest of 676, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
China Structural
China is a formal and full member of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc, participating in its collective agenda.
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Narendra Modi Operational
Modi actively leads and represents India's agenda within the BRICS grouping, frequently hosting and shaping the forum's priorities.
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South Africa Structural
South Africa is a formal and active member state of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc, participating in shared strategic and economic initiatives.
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Indonesia Structural
Indonesia is a formal and active member of the BRICS intergovernmental organization, utilizing the platform for global economic and geopolitical objectives.
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Ethiopia Structural
Ethiopia is a formal and active member nation of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc.
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UAE Structural
UAE is a formal, current, and active member of the BRICS bloc, participating in its goals and operations.
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Dilma Rousseff Structural
Dilma Rousseff serves as the President of the New Development Bank, a key financial institution of the BRICS bloc.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship is defined by active geopolitical competition, where Trump views BRICS as a threat to US dollar dominance and global power structure.
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Xi Jinping Operational
Xi Jinping actively drives the strategic agenda and cooperation goals of the BRICS bloc.
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Egypt Structural
Egypt holds formal and current membership status within the BRICS intergovernmental organization.
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Iran Structural
Iran is a full member of the BRICS bloc, actively participating in ministerial sessions and influencing the bloc's geopolitical agenda.
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Prabowo Subianto Operational
Prabowo Subianto actively uses the BRICS platform to promote the bloc's collective strength and global agenda.
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India Operational
India actively leads and hosts BRICS summits, setting the strategic agenda and promoting global cooperation among member states.
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Cuba Structural
Cuba maintains formal partner country status within BRICS while actively pursuing full membership in the bloc.
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Vladimir Putin Operational
Putin actively participates in and advocates for the strategic and economic agenda of the BRICS bloc.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Operational
Ramaphosa actively represents South Africa and participates in BRICS summits, influencing the bloc's geopolitical and economic agenda.
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Bharatiya Janata Party Operational
The BJP actively participates in and leverages the BRICS platform and its outcomes to bolster India's international standing and political narrative.
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G20 Operational
G20 and BRICS are major multilateral blocs that actively compete over global governance paradigms while also cooperating on international economic and health issues.
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Malaysia Structural
Malaysia participates as a formal Partner Country within the BRICS grouping and actively seeks full membership.
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Belarus Structural
Belarus holds formal Partner Country status and participates in BRICS multilateral forums and summits.
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Africa Operational
Africa utilizes BRICS as a platform to coordinate interests, influence global governance, and seek alternative economic and political architectures.
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Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Shared context
Abdel Fattah el-Sisi participates as the representative of Egypt, a member state, within the BRICS intergovernmental bloc.
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Ministry of External Affairs Structural
The Ministry of External Affairs functions as the official, operational, and diplomatic arm executing the strategic agenda and representing the goals of the BRICS bloc.
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Troika Structural
The Troika is the proposed and utilized functional mechanism for ensuring the institutional continuity and follow-up of BRICS initiatives.
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Busi Mabuza Structural
Busi Mabuza holds the formal role of chair of the BRICS Business Council.
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Masoud Pezeshkian Operational
Pezeshkian, representing Iran, uses his platform as a leader to advocate for specific policy shifts within the BRICS bloc, including de-dollarization and increased national currency use.
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Bharat Structural
The individual serves as the functional leader, host, and primary representative for the BRICS bloc's activities and summits.
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WorkPLAN Structural
BRICS developed WorkPlan, which is designed to strengthen intra-BRICS trade.
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National Security Advisor Structural
The National Security Advisor performs a formal leadership role by chairing BRICS security-level engagements.
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Om Birla Operational
Om Birla actively participates in and presides over the BRICS Parliamentary Forum, driving its agenda.
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African Union Structural
The African Union is formally integrated into BRICS, participating in summits and influencing the bloc's agenda and representation.
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Piyush Goyal Operational
Piyush Goyal serves as a key government representative for the BRICS bloc, advocating for its shared goals regarding trade, finance, and industrial cooperation.
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Bolivia Structural
Bolivia maintains formal partner country status within the BRICS intergovernmental bloc.
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West Operational
The West and BRICS are engaged in active geopolitical competition regarding global influence and the established world order.
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Nigeria Structural
Nigeria is formally engaged as a partner country within the BRICS bloc, participating in summits and advancing shared cooperation goals.
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Reserve Bank of India Operational
RBI actively engages with BRICS members to coordinate and propose policy initiatives, particularly regarding cross-border payments and CBDC linkages.
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Saudi Arabia Structural
Saudi Arabia is a formal member of the BRICS bloc, actively participating in summits and policy discussions.
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United Arab Emirates Structural
The UAE is a formal and active member of the BRICS intergovernmental organization, participating in its political and financial functions.
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Vietnam Structural
Vietnam holds formal partner country status and membership within the BRICS intergovernmental group.
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Modi Operational
Modi actively leads, hosts, and drives the reform agenda of the BRICS international bloc.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
31 events- The BRICS bloc was founded in 2013 with aims to partner with Africa for development, involving South Africa and Jacob Zuma.
- BRICS grouping confirmed its membership, including China, India, Brazil, Russia, and South Africa, amid Trump's tariff threats.
- Mozambique is strengthening its engagement with the BRICS grouping and expanding bilateral ties with key members like Russia, China, India, and Brazil.
- Malusi Gigaba spoke on the BRICS Summit, and a BRICS Youth Summit was held in Limpopo in 2018.
- Ghana's cabinet approved the country's bid to join the BRICS group following a briefing by an Indian Minister in Accra.
- Russia pledges diplomatic backing for Ghana's bid to join the BRICS group, leveraging its influence within the bloc.
- Sierra Leone is seeking Russian expertise and Indian technology for processing during the BRICS summit.
- India and Thailand strengthened bilateral cooperation during a discussion held within the BRICS framework.
- Malaysia is seeking membership in the BRICS bloc for strategic advantages.
- India hosted the BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi on January 1, 2026.
- India prepares specialists for Russian industry needs during the BRICS summit, while Kumar shared information in an interview with TASS.
- Om Birla is chairing the BRICS proceedings in New Delhi, with Narendra Modi attending the summit.
- Shandong hosted a trade conference with BRICS members, attracting investment pitches from various nations including Serbia, Malaysia, Ethiopia, and Indonesia.
- India hosted the BRICS parliamentary forum, where Om Birla noted the Rajya Sabha chairman's previous actions.
- US tariffs and sanctions challenge global trade while China's digital yuan supports BRICS autonomy.
- The BRICS summit hosted by India involved discussions with the UAE, complicated by external pressures from Donald Trump's deals.
- An Indonesian play and festival explored damage from careless waste, featuring narratives from BRICS nations.
- Goldman Sachs identified an emerging market trend on October 19, 2026.
- Ghana seeks BRICS partnership status amid parliamentary scrutiny, while Trump threatens tariffs on allies.
- Costa Rica engages with BRICS and other powers while facing US tariff tests and joining the CAFTA-DR pact.
- Bilateral talks between Azerbaijan and BRICS were held to strengthen multilateral cooperation.
- Trump advocates for economic sovereignty, challenging globalist frameworks and the petro-dollar era, involving BRICS and Europe.
- Brazilian political shifts, including Bolsonaro's conviction and his son's rise, are expected to affect BRICS dynamics, mirroring US political experiences.
- The outcome of the Brazilian election is now affecting investment decisions within the BRICS bloc.
- Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the BRICS forum on October 14, 2026.
- India's role in the G20 presidency and BRICS association is noted alongside Chhattisgarh learning from Gujarat's model.
- India hosted a Global South summit on October 1, 2026.
- BRICS is assessed to have anti-US/anti-West underpinnings and is viewed as a China-dominated platform during the New Delhi summit.
- Sri Lanka is seeking membership in BRICS due to its strategic positioning, with India finding common ground within the group.
- India uses its BRICS presidency and G20 engagement to advance ties with Africa, including Côte d'Ivoire.
- India is actively engaged in multiple geopolitical forums, including the Quad, BRICS, and bilateral cooperation with France.
September 2026
21 events- US strikes began on Iranian territory in late February, prompting tacit backing from international groupings.
- Lula da Silva deepens his partnership with China while Brazil participates in BRICS, amidst Trump's claims over Latin America.
- BRICS and ASEAN engaged in outreach to Global South partners and discussed strengthening the India-ASEAN strategic partnership.
- Russia remains a major defense supplier to India, with discussions underway regarding the BrahMos missile upgrade during the BRICS summit.
- Modi addressed the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where India holds the presidency of the bloc.
- The BRICS Summit is currently underway in New Delhi, with Xi Jinping attending the high-level talks.
- India hosts the BRICS Summit and leads the chairship initiatives.
- Russia faces sanctions while Putin proposes new mechanisms within BRICS to seek independence from Western pressure.
- During the BRICS summit, India and Narendra Modi pushed for major reforms in global institutions, including a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.
- BRICS calls for major reforms of Western financial institutions, with India acting as a brake on de-dollarization efforts.
- Amid geopolitical tensions, leaders are prioritizing bilateral talks over the UN platform, while China participates in plurilateral economic groupings.
- The 18th BRICS Summit is currently taking place in New Delhi, where members are calling for significant reforms in the WTO and the IMF.
- During the BRICS summit hosted by India, India reiterated support for a two-state solution and expanded strategic ties with Israel, while also holding talks with Iran.
- BRICS countries are utilizing the New Development Bank (NDB) to provide financing for developing nations.
- The BRICS Summit 2026 is currently taking place in Delhi.
- Cosatu held its congress in Midrand while India hosted the BRICS summit.
- BRICS Summit discussions signal strategic convergence, covering economic cooperation, defense, and AI between India and the UAE.
- Putin discussed BRICS countries during a working visit, viewing current European issues as systemic errors rooted in post-Soviet vulnerabilities.
- India views BRICS as a complementary forum and engages in global forums including G20.
- BRICS summit, hosted by India, addresses global issues, including Western pressure and strategic autonomy.
- A collection of concurrent geopolitical developments on September 8, 2026, including Russia clarifying de-dollarization goals ahead of the BRICS summit, Marco Rubio launching a regional influence tour, and Trump and Putin holding calls regarding the Ukraine war.
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3 eventsJune 2026
4 events- Kazakhstan is facilitating trade between China and Europe, with transit volumes targets set for the European market.
- BRICS membership drives strategic reassessment of national interests, with South Africa amplifying Africa's voice.
- Brazil is preparing to issue panda bonds in China, while China leverages interest rate gaps to boost the yuan, amidst BRICS cooperation.
- India is recognized as a key partner in the BRICS bloc, with Vladimir Putin strongly backing India's strategic autonomy against Western threats.