BRICS

• Trump trade war, Middle East tensions overshadow BRICS summit

  Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has some of his priorities, such as debates on artificial intelligence and climate change, front and centre for certain talks.

  World

  Jul 6, 2025
  
• Russia, China invite more countries to BRICS bloc trying to counterbalance West

  The potential members include major regional powers from the Middle East. The BRICS group has pledged to champion the 'Global South.'

  Economy

  Aug 24, 2023
  
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• At BRICS summit, Putin rails against West from afar as divisions emerge

  Heightened tensions in the wake of the Ukraine war and Beijing's growing rivalry with the U.S. have pushed China and Russia to seek to strengthen the bloc.

  World

  Aug 22, 2023
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• Olympics a test for ambitious developing countries

  Playing host to the Olympics or World Cup can showcase an ambitious country's rise and cast a harsh light on its weaknesses.

  World

  Feb 15, 2014