BRICS.
association of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates
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What's happening
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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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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 reports3 developments inside
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Indian diplomat S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at UNGA to discuss BRICS cooperation and the Gulf conflict.Some support1 report
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BRICS bloc leaders, including Donald Trump, are using the 18th Summit to push for greater global governance and UN Security Council influence.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Donald Trump signed sanctions on oil/gas purchases and discussed Gulf conflict developments during BRICS cooperation talks.Some support4 reports
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India hosts the BRICS Summit and leads the chairship initiatives.Well supported99 reports9 developments inside
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Ramaphosa used the BRICS Summit to advance his agenda and court Indian investment, while Andrew Kirby chaired the B20 Task Force during the G20 Presidency.Some support1 report
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Leaders discuss global south issues at the BRICS Summit currently underway in Delhi.Well supported17 reports1 development inside
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BRICS held its declaration in Delhi, confirming new members and discussing CBAM's impact on developing countries.Some support1 report
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BRICS meeting hosted by India considers African countries for membership and expansion.Well supported13 reports4 developments inside
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Africa contributes 54 UN member states to the bloc, which is hosted by India during the major geopolitical summit.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump attended a state dinner in Beijing while Xi visited the BRICS summit in India.Some support1 report
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BRICS held a summit in New Delhi on Sept 1, 2026, confirming the expansion of the bloc to include Ethiopia, Egypt, and China.Some support1 report
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Leaders, including Trump and Biden, are attending the BRICS summit to discuss trade and relations, noting Xi Jinping's absence.Some support1 report1 development inside
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During the BRICS summit in India, Donald Trump suggested that the Central Intelligence Agency should cease assisting Ukraine.Some support1 report
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Calls are underway for alternatives to the U.S. dollar, including calls to bypass U.S.-controlled financial systems, driven by geopolitical factors and the rise of blocs like BRICS.Some support1 report
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The US-Israel war against Iran is reportedly dragging down the BRICS bloc.Some support1 report
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India and BRICS nations are encouraging market openness and digital integration.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The United Nations, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and BRICS are discussed as examples of major multilateral platforms for dialogue and cooperation.Some support1 report
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India supports BRICS development and bloc interests, while China seeks consensus for future BRICS leadership.Well supported20 reports8 developments inside
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Bolivia participates in the BRICS summit while India opens a new embassy in La Paz.Some support1 report
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BRICS delegations attend summits and exchanges to explore critical minerals and trade potential.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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China engaged in multiple diplomatic activities, including the BRICS summit, SCO meeting, and BRI visit to Egypt.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Leaders met at the BRICS summit, which was chaired by India, and the SCO summit in Bishkek.Some support1 report
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India hosts the BRICS summit, where the NDMA outlines priorities for the bloc regarding disaster management cooperation.Some support3 reports
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Calls for a US-Iran settlement regarding the war, utilizing the BRICS platform to push for global solutions and regional stability in the Middle East.Some support1 report
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Conflict escalation threatens global trade flow, involving the BRICS bloc.Some support1 report
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Sergey Lavrov discussed Russia's foreign policy, BRICS expansion, and China's global approach, warning Europe against aggression.Some support4 reports
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High-level proposals made on September 12, 2026, regarding the future of Mandatory Palestine, including calls for self-determination, end to forced displacement, and East Jerusalem as the capital of a future state.Some support8 reports2 developments inside
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India showcased digital infrastructure at the BRICS summit.Some support1 report1 development inside
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India is pursuing connectivity for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) within the BRICS bloc.Some support1 report
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BRICS is pushing for strategic autonomy amid global disruptions, including the Hormuz closure and US-Iran conflict.Some support1 report
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BRICS members, including Indonesia, are conducting joint expeditions in Antarctica focused on deep sea exploration and disaster relief efforts.Some support1 report
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BRICS continues to function as a bloc, participating in global discussions and summits.Some support2 reports
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Egypt is a member of the BRICS group, while Cyril Ramaphosa represents South Africa in the bloc.Some support1 report
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China leverages Iran's energy interests during talks involving Donald Trump and the BRICS bloc.Some support3 reports
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India reported significant growth in exports to China and South Africa, while normalizing ties within the BRICS framework.Some support14 reports
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South Africa filed a genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, while BRICS challenged US unilateral aggression following airstrikes in Iran.Some support2 reports
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India discussed trade enhancements within the BRICS bloc.Well supported39 reports7 developments inside
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News at the entities that move BRICS most-
South Africa StructuralMatthew Chaskalson has been appointed as the chief evidence leader in a national inquiry in South Africa.Moves BRICS
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Narendra Modi OperationalNarendra Modi and Droupadi Murmu jointly launched development projects worth over ₹47,600 crore on June 1st.Moves BRICS
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Xi Jinping OperationalEllison is preparing to take control of CNN, while Paramount completes the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trump hosts Xi Jinping.Moves BRICS
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UAE StructuralThe UAE issued a strategic directive mandating the conversion of 50% of its government operations to Agentic AI.Moves BRICS
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Ethiopia StructuralEritrea admitted involvement in the Tigray war, under pressure from the US, in early 2021.Moves BRICS
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Egypt StructuralAn IL Monte Galala Marina development is currently underway in the Red Sea region of Egypt.Moves BRICS
Connections
The 40 strongest of 649, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Africa Structural
South Africa is a formal member state of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc, participating in shared strategic and economic initiatives.
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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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Xi Jinping Operational
Xi Jinping actively leads and drives the strategic agenda and cooperation goals of the BRICS bloc.
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Dilma Rousseff Structural
Dilma Rousseff holds the formal role of President of the New Development Bank, a key institution of the BRICS 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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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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India Operational
India actively leads and hosts BRICS summits, setting the strategic agenda and promoting global cooperation among member states.
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Malaysia Structural
Malaysia holds the formal status of a Partner Country within the BRICS grouping.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship is characterized by active geopolitical and ideological competition, where A challenges B's bloc ideology and global influence.
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Indonesia Structural
Indonesia is a formal and active member of the BRICS intergovernmental organization, leveraging the platform for global economic and geopolitical goals.
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China Structural
China is a formal and founding member of the BRICS intergovernmental bloc.
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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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Prabowo Subianto Operational
Prabowo Subianto actively uses the BRICS platform to promote the bloc's collective strength and global agenda.
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Ethiopia Structural
Ethiopia is a formal and active member nation of the BRICS intergovernmental 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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International Monetary Fund Operational
BRICS actively challenges the IMF's global financial architecture, demanding systemic reforms and greater representation to match its growing influence.
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Egypt Structural
Egypt holds formal and current membership status within the BRICS intergovernmental organization.
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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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Belarus Structural
Belarus holds formal Partner Country status and participates in BRICS multilateral forums and summits.
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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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mainland China Structural
China is a founding, active, and leading member of BRICS, proposing initiatives and driving cooperation within the bloc.
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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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Nigeria Structural
Nigeria is formally engaged as a partner country in BRICS, participating in summits and advancing shared cooperation goals.
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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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Busi Mabuza Structural
Busi Mabuza holds the formal role of chair of the BRICS Business Council.
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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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Modi Operational
Modi actively leads, hosts, and drives the reform agenda of the BRICS international bloc.
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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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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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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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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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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.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
49 events- 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.
- 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.
- Indian diplomat S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at UNGA to discuss BRICS cooperation and the Gulf conflict.
- BRICS bloc leaders, including Donald Trump, are using the 18th Summit to push for greater global governance and UN Security Council influence.
- Donald Trump signed sanctions on oil/gas purchases and discussed Gulf conflict developments during BRICS cooperation talks.
- India hosts the BRICS Summit and leads the chairship initiatives.
- Ramaphosa used the BRICS Summit to advance his agenda and court Indian investment, while Andrew Kirby chaired the B20 Task Force during the G20 Presidency.
- Leaders discuss global south issues at the BRICS Summit currently underway in Delhi.
- BRICS held its declaration in Delhi, confirming new members and discussing CBAM's impact on developing countries.
- BRICS meeting hosted by India considers African countries for membership and expansion.
- Africa contributes 54 UN member states to the bloc, which is hosted by India during the major geopolitical summit.
- Donald Trump attended a state dinner in Beijing while Xi visited the BRICS summit in India.
- BRICS held a summit in New Delhi on Sept 1, 2026, confirming the expansion of the bloc to include Ethiopia, Egypt, and China.
- Leaders, including Trump and Biden, are attending the BRICS summit to discuss trade and relations, noting Xi Jinping's absence.
- During the BRICS summit in India, Donald Trump suggested that the Central Intelligence Agency should cease assisting Ukraine.
- Calls are underway for alternatives to the U.S. dollar, including calls to bypass U.S.-controlled financial systems, driven by geopolitical factors and the rise of blocs like BRICS.
- The US-Israel war against Iran is reportedly dragging down the BRICS bloc.
- India and BRICS nations are encouraging market openness and digital integration.
- The United Nations, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and BRICS are discussed as examples of major multilateral platforms for dialogue and cooperation.
- Bolivia participates in the BRICS summit while India opens a new embassy in La Paz.
- BRICS delegations attend summits and exchanges to explore critical minerals and trade potential.
- China engaged in multiple diplomatic activities, including the BRICS summit, SCO meeting, and BRI visit to Egypt.
- Leaders met at the BRICS summit, which was chaired by India, and the SCO summit in Bishkek.
- India hosts the BRICS summit, where the NDMA outlines priorities for the bloc regarding disaster management cooperation.
- Calls for a US-Iran settlement regarding the war, utilizing the BRICS platform to push for global solutions and regional stability in the Middle East.
- Conflict escalation threatens global trade flow, involving the BRICS bloc.
- Sergey Lavrov discussed Russia's foreign policy, BRICS expansion, and China's global approach, warning Europe against aggression.
- High-level proposals made on September 12, 2026, regarding the future of Mandatory Palestine, including calls for self-determination, end to forced displacement, and East Jerusalem as the capital of a future state.
- India showcased digital infrastructure at the BRICS summit.
- India is pursuing connectivity for its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) within the BRICS bloc.
- BRICS is pushing for strategic autonomy amid global disruptions, including the Hormuz closure and US-Iran conflict.
- BRICS members, including Indonesia, are conducting joint expeditions in Antarctica focused on deep sea exploration and disaster relief efforts.
- BRICS continues to function as a bloc, participating in global discussions and summits.
- Egypt is a member of the BRICS group, while Cyril Ramaphosa represents South Africa in the bloc.
- China leverages Iran's energy interests during talks involving Donald Trump and the BRICS bloc.
- India reported significant growth in exports to China and South Africa, while normalizing ties within the BRICS framework.
- South Africa filed a genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, while BRICS challenged US unilateral aggression following airstrikes in Iran.
August 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
9 events- 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.
- India supports BRICS development and bloc interests, while China seeks consensus for future BRICS leadership.