NATO vs BRICS: If a Conflict Arises, Which Organisation Would Be More Powerful? Know Their Strengths

Source: ABP News | Original Published At: 2026-01-20 06:32:28 UTC

Key Points

• BRICS has 40% of global population (3.3 billion) and $60 trillion PPP GDP vs NATO's 12% population (950 million) and $40 trillion GDP.
• NATO holds military superiority with $1+ trillion defense budget, collective security framework, and integrated command systems.
• BRICS lacks formal military coordination but emphasizes economic cooperation and challenges Western-dominated global institutions.
• Analysis suggests NATO would dominate in direct military conflict, while BRICS holds long-term economic and demographic advantages.
• BRICS expansion (Egypt, Iran, UAE, etc.) strengthens its geopolitical influence as a multipolar alternative to Western alliances.