Middle East, BRICS and the limits of the Global South
Countries cooperate on various fronts and preserve their own margins of decision. The order emerging from this process is not organized in rigid blocks
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Iran’s Inclusion in BRICS Backfired and Reinforced Its Anti-Western Image, Analyst Says
An interview with a BRICS Policy Center director argues that the Middle East conflict may weaken BRICS coordination in the short term while pushing Global South countries toward collective action later.
Iran Conflict Exposes BRICS Divisions, with Brazil’s Complicated Position
While Russia and China maintain close ties with Iran, India and Arab members align more closely with US and Israel
Middle East, BRICS and the limits of the Global South
Countries cooperating in multilateral agendas may hold divergent views on regional conflicts, requiring careful balancing of commercial ties, political partnerships, and security concerns
Middle East War Threatens BRICS Cohesion and Political Ambitions
Escalating Middle East tensions expose divisions among BRICS members, challenging the bloc’s political unity and expansion strategy.
Iran War Causes BRICS Rift: Brazil, China, and Russia Condemn Attacks While India and Arab Members Diverge
Diplomats indicate BRICS is unlikely to issue a joint statement following Middle East escalations, highlighting challenges in maintaining consensus among expanded membership.
BRICS cancels economic meeting following Middle East war escalation
The suspension occurs amid military escalation involving the US, Israel, and Iran
BRICS Pay launches in digital stores focusing on QR code
New cross-border payment platform enables instant transactions using national currencies and QR codes among BRICS countries
Global momentum builds for local currency adoption replacing the US dollar
BRICS advances de-dollarization through local currency use and BRICS Pay system, aiming to enhance financial independence while facing geopolitical challenges.