Trump, Tehran, and a Choked Hormuz: Time for India & BRICS to Step In
Opinion piece arguing that India, as the 2026 BRICS Chair, should leverage the bloc to mediate the US-Iran conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Opinion piece arguing that India, as the 2026 BRICS Chair, should leverage the bloc to mediate the US-Iran conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
As US influence wanes, the Russia-India-China (RIC) triangle is strengthening ahead of the 2026 BRICS Summit in India, challenging the US-centric global order through de-dollarization and defense cooperation.
Amidst US-Iran tensions and BRICS MENA consultations in New Delhi, top Indian and Chinese officials held strategic talks on energy security and bilateral ties.
Online dialogue connects academics and students from Russia, India, and China to discuss sustainability and development goals.
While the Iran conflict’s end remains uncertain, China and Russia emerge among the beneficiaries of the geopolitical situation.
When the main global power demonstrates the ability to start conflicts but not resolve them, a governance vacuum opens up.
While the US is stepping up attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure, the Hormuz Strait toll scheme in yuans and stablecoins is gaining steam.
Columbia University’s Center for Sustainable Development director argues India, Russia, and China must act together through BRICS to halt Middle East conflict
Value reinforces new economic axis with greater integration among emerging countries and reduced dependence on traditional markets