A limited idea: RBI explores BRICS CBDC linkages to boost payment resilience
The Reserve Bank of India’s proposal focuses on risk management and trade continuity through interoperable digital currencies, rather than challenging dollar dominance.
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Experts discuss how BRICS should navigate a turbulent world order
At Raisina Dialogue 2026, panelists from BRICS countries and newer members discussed energy resilience, financing flexibility, supply-chain coordination, and stronger institutional visibility.
BRICS vs. US Dollar: A Strategy That Could Reshape Global Finance by 2026
The article argues that BRICS de-dollarization efforts are accelerating and could shift trade settlement patterns, reserve preferences, and investor behavior toward alternative assets.
Cuba, BRICS and the Battle to End US Impunity
Analysis of how US oil sanctions against Cuba are testing BRICS’ capacity to support nations outside Western financial systems
BRICS Finance Ministers Meeting in Jaipur Postponed Amid Middle East Tensions
India postpones March 5-6 BRICS financial meeting due to security concerns and travel disruptions from Middle East conflicts, with new dates to be announced.
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.
BRICS Development Bank visits Curitiba to monitor BRT Leste/Oeste project
New Development Bank (NDB) delegation conducts annual financial monitoring mission for $93.5 million urban mobility project in Curitiba