BRICS.
association of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
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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's cabinet approved the country's bid to join the BRICS group following a briefing by an Indian Minister in Accra.Well supported19 reports
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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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The BRICS Summit is currently underway in New Delhi, with Xi Jinping attending the high-level talks.Well supported108 reports14 developments inside
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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.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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The outcome of the Brazilian election is now affecting investment decisions within the BRICS bloc.Some support1 report
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The BRICS Summit 2026 is currently taking place in Delhi.Well supported19 reports
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Modi addressed the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where India holds the presidency of the bloc.Well supported64 reports4 developments inside
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Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the BRICS forum on October 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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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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The BRICS summit hosted by India involved discussions with the UAE, complicated by external pressures from Donald Trump's deals.Some support2 reports
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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
Earlier this month
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BRICS and ASEAN engaged in outreach to Global South partners and discussed strengthening the India-ASEAN strategic partnership.Some support2 reports
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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 supported4 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 support5 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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BRICS includes India as a founding member and India is hosting the BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting.Well supported198 reports8 developments inside
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BRICS established a new international bank dedicated to financing emerging markets.Some support1 report
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Security preparations are underway for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, involving mock drills in the capital and the presence of the National Security Guard at Gandhi's memorial.Some support6 reports
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Brazil's leadership, guided by Lula and advised by Amorim, is seen as a strategic counterweight to U.S. influence within the BRICS alliance, primarily through the push for national currencies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Musk and Benz influenced USAID policy changes, while Lula sought Chinese influence in Brazil, which is a BRICS nation.Some support1 report
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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 supported3 reports
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Houthis seized the key Red Sea port of Mokha. Turkey signed the Mecca Defence Pact with Saudi Arabia, while a Saudi prince sought US armed help against the Houthi advance. BRICS called for peace in the region.Some support10 reports2 developments inside
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Pact discussions involving Ankara included Iran as a future member, amid condemnation of attacks on Mecca and infrastructure.Some support1 report
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Narendra Modi represented India at the BRICS summit, focusing on trade, energy, and defense cooperation.Well supported30 reports5 developments inside
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India hosted the BRICS summit, where talks were held regarding India-China border issues.Well supported95 reports8 developments inside
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During the BRICS summit hosted by India, concerns are rising about China's growing influence and the potential for it to exploit the Dalai Lama succession issue.Some support1 report
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Kazakhstan is facilitating trade between China and Europe, with transit volumes targets set for the European market.Well supported8 reports5 developments inside
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India hosted the BRICS Presidency, with meetings taking place in Indore on January 1, 2026.Well supported62 reports1 development inside
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The BRICS Urbanisation Forum is being hosted in New Delhi, marking a key event under the BRICS leadership of India.Well supported23 reports2 developments inside
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BRICS and SCO promote cooperation goals and function as major platforms for the rise of the Global South.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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BRICS reaffirmed its shared commitment to the principles and priorities of the Global South.Some support1 report
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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 supported113 reports4 developments inside
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The BRICS platform is noted as an opportunity for the Philippines to diversify its economic ties away from China.Some support4 reports
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Ramaphosa joined BRICS bloc leaders in India, where disagreements over the Middle East conflict were noted.Well supported19 reports2 developments inside
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Ramaphosa used the BRICS platform to criticize the illegal war against Iran.Some support1 report
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Planning underway for a joint shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, involving Oman and urged by the BRICS bloc.Some support10 reports2 developments inside
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BRICS ministers and EAM met with Oman to discuss cooperation and negotiate transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.Some support1 report
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BRICS and central bank representatives are discussing dedicated financial corridors and testing instant payment platforms using CBDCs.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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High-level talks took place on May 26, 2026, during the BRICS Summit in India, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between leaders.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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BRICS membership drives strategic reassessment of national interests, with South Africa amplifying Africa's voice.Well supported26 reports11 developments inside
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Trump's administration issues tariff threats against the EU as BRICS expands and observes within the Arctic Council.Some support2 reports
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The BRICS group has confirmed its membership with key nations including China, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and India, alongside high-level diplomatic meetings.Well supported117 reports6 developments inside
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China seeks dominance in the Global South, while Modi addresses terrorism and Trump criticizes alliances.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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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 report
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An Indonesian minister and economist participated in a Jakarta forum discussing economic policy and calling for dialogue with BRICS.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching BRICS
Events traced to BRICS, step by step, newest first- 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
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- 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-
Indonesia StructuralJoko Anwar criticized corruption within Indonesia on October 19, 2026.Moves BRICS
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UAE StructuralGeneral statements highlight how institutional quality drives economic success and prosperity across several nations.Moves BRICS
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Dilma Rousseff StructuralBrazil's political landscape includes Lula da Silva's presidential status, the election rivalry between Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula, and the push to develop rare earth deposits with China.Moves BRICS
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China StructuralTrade disruptions are occurring due to tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, while a new route extends the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.Moves BRICS
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Narendra Modi OperationalThe ECI faces criticism over electoral roll revisions while Gyanesh Kumar serves as CEC, and the Indian diaspora in London supports Modi.Moves BRICS
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India OperationalA fund offers exposure to the electric vehicle (EV) sector in India.Moves BRICS
Connections
The 40 strongest of 662, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Egypt Structural
Egypt holds formal and current membership status within the BRICS intergovernmental organization.
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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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Cyril Ramaphosa Operational
Cyril Ramaphosa actively participates in and influences the agenda of the BRICS bloc as the representative of South Africa.
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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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China Structural
China is a formal and key member of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc, participating in its collective 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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Xi Jinping Operational
Xi Jinping actively leads and drives the strategic agenda and cooperation goals of the BRICS bloc.
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Narendra Modi Operational
Modi actively leads and represents India's priorities, driving the geopolitical and economic agenda within the BRICS platform.
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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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Iran Structural
Iran is a formal, full member of the BRICS bloc, actively participating in summits and influencing geopolitical discussions.
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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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Vladimir Putin Operational
Putin actively participates in and advocates for the strategic and economic agenda of the BRICS bloc.
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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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Belarus Structural
Belarus holds formal Partner Country status and participates in BRICS multilateral forums and summits.
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G20 Operational
G20 and BRICS are major multilateral blocs that actively cooperate on global issues while competing over the structure and influence of global governance.
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Cuba Structural
Cuba holds formal partner country status within BRICS and actively seeks full membership in the bloc.
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Modi Operational
Modi actively leads, hosts, and drives the reform agenda of the BRICS international bloc.
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Africa Operational
Africa participates in BRICS, utilizing the bloc as a platform to coordinate interests and influence global governance, which is increasingly African-centric.
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Government of India Structural
The Government of India serves as the host, logistical base, and participating member for BRICS related summits and capacity-building programs.
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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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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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Ghana Transactional
Ghana is actively applying for or seeking membership in the BRICS organization.
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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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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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Malaysia Structural
Malaysia holds the formal status of a Partner Country within the BRICS grouping.
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Saudi Arabia Structural
Saudi Arabia is a formal, active, and contributing member of the BRICS bloc, 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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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.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
20 events- 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's cabinet approved the country's bid to join the BRICS group following a briefing by an Indian Minister in Accra.
- 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.
- The BRICS summit hosted by India involved discussions with the UAE, complicated by external pressures from Donald Trump's deals.
- 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.
- BRICS established a new international bank dedicated to financing emerging markets.
- Musk and Benz influenced USAID policy changes, while Lula sought Chinese influence in Brazil, which is a BRICS nation.
- Pact discussions involving Ankara included Iran as a future member, amid condemnation of attacks on Mecca and infrastructure.
September 2026
28 events- The BRICS Summit is currently underway in New Delhi, with Xi Jinping attending the high-level talks.
- 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.
- Modi addressed the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where India holds the presidency of the bloc.
- 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.
- BRICS and ASEAN engaged in outreach to Global South partners and discussed strengthening the India-ASEAN strategic partnership.
- 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.
- Security preparations are underway for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, involving mock drills in the capital and the presence of the National Security Guard at Gandhi's memorial.
- Lula da Silva deepens his partnership with China while Brazil participates in BRICS, amidst Trump's claims over Latin America.
- Houthis seized the key Red Sea port of Mokha. Turkey signed the Mecca Defence Pact with Saudi Arabia, while a Saudi prince sought US armed help against the Houthi advance. BRICS called for peace in the region.
- Narendra Modi represented India at the BRICS summit, focusing on trade, energy, and defense cooperation.
- During the BRICS summit hosted by India, concerns are rising about China's growing influence and the potential for it to exploit the Dalai Lama succession issue.
- BRICS and SCO promote cooperation goals and function as major platforms for the rise of the Global South.
- BRICS reaffirmed its shared commitment to the principles and priorities of the Global South.
- The BRICS platform is noted as an opportunity for the Philippines to diversify its economic ties away from China.
- Ramaphosa joined BRICS bloc leaders in India, where disagreements over the Middle East conflict were noted.
- Ramaphosa used the BRICS platform to criticize the illegal war against Iran.
- Planning underway for a joint shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, involving Oman and urged by the BRICS bloc.
- BRICS ministers and EAM met with Oman to discuss cooperation and negotiate transit fees for the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump's administration issues tariff threats against the EU as BRICS expands and observes within the Arctic Council.
- China seeks dominance in the Global South, while Modi addresses terrorism and Trump criticizes alliances.
- Amid geopolitical tensions, leaders are prioritizing bilateral talks over the UN platform, while China participates in plurilateral economic groupings.
- An Indonesian minister and economist participated in a Jakarta forum discussing economic policy and calling for dialogue with BRICS.
August 2026
3 events- India's Economic Relations Secretary, Sudhakar Dalela, participated in a BRICS forum held in New Delhi.
- Brazil's leadership, guided by Lula and advised by Amorim, is seen as a strategic counterweight to U.S. influence within the BRICS alliance, primarily through the push for national currencies.
- BRICS and central bank representatives are discussing dedicated financial corridors and testing instant payment platforms using CBDCs.
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June 2026
9 events- BRICS includes India as a founding member and India is hosting the BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting.
- India hosted the BRICS summit, where talks were held regarding India-China border issues.
- Kazakhstan is facilitating trade between China and Europe, with transit volumes targets set for the European market.
- India hosted the BRICS Presidency, with meetings taking place in Indore on January 1, 2026.
- The BRICS Urbanisation Forum is being hosted in New Delhi, marking a key event under the BRICS leadership of India.
- India is recognized as a key partner in the BRICS bloc, with Vladimir Putin strongly backing India's strategic autonomy against Western threats.
- High-level talks took place on May 26, 2026, during the BRICS Summit in India, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between leaders.
- BRICS membership drives strategic reassessment of national interests, with South Africa amplifying Africa's voice.
- The BRICS group has confirmed its membership with key nations including China, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and India, alongside high-level diplomatic meetings.