BRICS States Benefit Most from Iran War

Source: Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen (SRF) | Original Published At: 2026-04-16 18:56:18 UTC

Key Points

• Rising oil and gas prices affect the global economy, but impact varies by country according to geopolitical experts
• China, Russia, and India – three major BRICS members – are among those less affected by economic disruptions from the conflict
• Russia benefits significantly from higher oil prices as a resource exporter
• The conflict reinforces the anti-American, anti-colonial narrative promoted by BRICS states
• Experts suggest the US is losing reputation globally, particularly in developing countries and Arab Gulf states
• One expert describes G7 as a 'sunset organization' while BRICS is characterized as a 'sunrise organization'
• The West's influence is declining while BRICS countries gain geopolitical advantage long-term