Russian MP Suggests BRICS Membership More Beneficial Than G8 Restoration

Source: Московский Комсомолец | Original Published At: 2025-11-24 13:44:54 UTC

Key Points

• Russian MP Alexei Chepa states G8 membership restoration is no longer as critical as BRICS participation
• Cites BRICS as 'more promising and beneficial' platform for Russia's international engagement
• Notes improved clarity on trustworthiness of international partners after years of G8 focus
• Prefers cooperation with Chinese partners over European counterparts
• Acknowledges G8 could still serve as useful platform for advancing Russian interests