NATO Existence at Risk Due to Angry Trump, Meanwhile Putin’s India Visit Decided Suddenly, BRICS to Become Game Changer!

Source: नवभारत टाइम्स | Original Published At: 2026-04-16 08:17:45 UTC

Key Points

• Tensions between the US and Iran and Donald Trump's critical statements have created rifts within NATO.
• Russian President Putin is confirmed to attend the BRICS summit in India, his second visit in a year.
• India is scheduled to host the BRICS summit in 2026, enhancing its diplomatic significance.
• BRICS has expanded to 10 full members including Indonesia, becoming a strong voice for the Global South.
• The group's combined GDP is projected to exceed $77 trillion by 2025, surpassing the G7.
• Member nations are emphasizing local currency trade to reduce dependence on the US dollar.
• The New Development Bank (NDB) is positioning itself as an alternative to the IMF and World Bank.