Trump Tariffs and New World Order: Why Global Leaders Align with BRICS
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Source: Zee News | Original Published At: 2026-01-26 08:39:17 UTC
Key Points
- BRICS expanded to 11 members (including Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia) amid US trade wars and tariff threats against founding members.
- French President Macron and Brazilian President Lula advocated for BRICS cooperation to counter US unilateralism and promote de-dollarization.
- 2025 BRICS Summit in Brazil emphasized Global South unity and alternatives to dollar-dominated trade systems.
- Trump's 50% tariffs on India and Brazil, and threats against China, accelerated multipolar shift toward BRICS economic integration.
- BRICS now represents over 40% of global GDP (PPP) and positions itself as a unifier in geopolitical fragmentation.