A Fairer World for Everyone
The 16th summit of the BRICS, an association of five major emerging economies, was held in Kazan, Russia. Only Brazilian President Lula da Silva, who was unable to attend due to legitimate reasons, was not present among the heads of states directly involved in the organization. The event brought together over a dozen top officials and the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, marking a significant presence. According to reports from Moscow, representatives from 36 nations participated in the three-day meeting.
The objective of this gathering and the broader association is to establish a more equitable global order that acknowledges the interests of the "non-Western" world, providing a platform for these nations to assert their rights and receive the support of a powerful block of developing countries.
In recent years, BRICS, a group of five nations, has evolved into a significant force, representing the majority of the global population. This development positions it as a key player in shaping the future global order.
The original membership of BRICS comprised five countries: South Africa, Russia, China, Brazil, and India. However, the association has since expanded to include additional members such as Egypt, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ethiopia, and Iran, making it a more diverse and influential group. One notable addition to the fold was the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who previously expressed his intention to join BRICS. It is worth noting that Ankara could become the sole representative of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) within the BRICS framework.
During the summit, notable bilateral talks between India and China leaders took place, marking the first such interaction in nearly five years. Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping had previously crossed paths at various international gatherings, but the full-fledged meeting involving delegations occurred in November 2019 within the context of the BRICS association.
During his speech, the Indian statesman recalled that the member nations of the organization represent 40 percent of the global population and 30 percent of the world economy. He expressed the conviction that BRICS holds every prospect of emerging as a potent forum capable of addressing global issues.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa believes that the further development of the group is inextricably linked with changes in the "development trajectory of the Global South," which implies "sustainable development for everyone, not just for individual countries." Latin America was represented at the summit by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Bolivian leader Luis Arce, while Brazilian President Lula da Silva addressed his colleagues via video link. Maduro noted the need to consolidate the activities of the New Development Bank, while his Brazilian counterpart called for intensifying work to create a financial system that would reduce costs in commercial relations. The head of Bolivia held a meeting with Vladimir Putin, during which they discussed issues in the field of nuclear energy, climate change, and the parties also discussed cooperation in the field of education, and projects for the extraction and processing of lithium.
It is evident that BRICS is evolving into a potent instrument for global collaboration, serving as a cornerstone of a multipolar international system. The organization's selective approach to member inclusion underscores its status as a multifaceted platform for engagement among nations sharing common perspectives on global geopolitics and economic dynamics.
The objective of this gathering and the broader association is to establish a more equitable global order that acknowledges the interests of the "non-Western" world, providing a platform for these nations to assert their rights and receive the support of a powerful block of developing countries.
In recent years, BRICS, a group of five nations, has evolved into a significant force, representing the majority of the global population. This development positions it as a key player in shaping the future global order.
The original membership of BRICS comprised five countries: South Africa, Russia, China, Brazil, and India. However, the association has since expanded to include additional members such as Egypt, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ethiopia, and Iran, making it a more diverse and influential group. One notable addition to the fold was the visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who previously expressed his intention to join BRICS. It is worth noting that Ankara could become the sole representative of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) within the BRICS framework.
During the summit, notable bilateral talks between India and China leaders took place, marking the first such interaction in nearly five years. Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping had previously crossed paths at various international gatherings, but the full-fledged meeting involving delegations occurred in November 2019 within the context of the BRICS association.
During his speech, the Indian statesman recalled that the member nations of the organization represent 40 percent of the global population and 30 percent of the world economy. He expressed the conviction that BRICS holds every prospect of emerging as a potent forum capable of addressing global issues.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa believes that the further development of the group is inextricably linked with changes in the "development trajectory of the Global South," which implies "sustainable development for everyone, not just for individual countries." Latin America was represented at the summit by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Bolivian leader Luis Arce, while Brazilian President Lula da Silva addressed his colleagues via video link. Maduro noted the need to consolidate the activities of the New Development Bank, while his Brazilian counterpart called for intensifying work to create a financial system that would reduce costs in commercial relations. The head of Bolivia held a meeting with Vladimir Putin, during which they discussed issues in the field of nuclear energy, climate change, and the parties also discussed cooperation in the field of education, and projects for the extraction and processing of lithium.
It is evident that BRICS is evolving into a potent instrument for global collaboration, serving as a cornerstone of a multipolar international system. The organization's selective approach to member inclusion underscores its status as a multifaceted platform for engagement among nations sharing common perspectives on global geopolitics and economic dynamics.