Russian Deputy Foreign Minister: BRICS Creates Alternatives to US-Controlled Systems

Source: Рамблер | Original Published At: 2026-02-14 08:14:05 UTC

Key Points

• BRICS aims to create alternatives to systems that the US could potentially disable through unilateral actions
• Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov emphasized BRICS' original purpose as a strategic counterbalance
• Diplomat referenced 'toxic' international environment while discussing ongoing solutions
• Quoted literary reference to 'Golden Calf' to illustrate lack of guarantees for reconnection after disconnection