Zimbabwe becomes new country to join BRICS Bank
Zimbabwe said the milestone secures access to development financing and strengthens economic ties with BRICS.
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Zimbabwe joins BRICS New Development Bank
Zimbabwe said it joined the New Development Bank to access long-term financing for industrial projects, marking a step toward deeper integration with BRICS.
“I would like Argentina to try to return to BRICS”
Dilma Rousseff, president of the BRICS New Development Bank, said in Shanghai that she would like Argentina to seek re-entry into the bloc and outlined AI’s role in development.
Russia drives BRICS proposals benefiting Latin America, analyst says
A geopolitical analyst says Russian initiatives inside BRICS, including a grain exchange, alternative payments and an investment platform, could deepen cooperation and reduce dependence on Western financial centers.
Why BRICS Should Not Become a Western-Style Bloc
Analyst Timoféi Bordachov argues BRICS should focus on sustainable development and inclusive governance rather than replicating Western power structures like NATO or the G7.
Chikunga Calls for Stronger BRICS Action on Women’s Empowerment
South African Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga urges BRICS nations to strengthen partnerships on women’s economic empowerment during a virtual ministerial meeting.
BRICS Academic Conference held in Moscow under India’s 2026 Presidency
The Observer Research Foundation collaborated with BRICS Expert Council-Russia to organize a thematic conference on strengthening BRICS connectivity and cooperation under India’s upcoming BRICS Presidency.
Flávio suggests to the US that Pix should remain outside BRICS systems
Presidential pre-candidate defends legislative commitment to prevent Pix integration into financial mechanisms outside the Western sphere.
BRICS CCI Executive Director Reveals 2026 Roadmap to Boost Trade, Investment and Indian Businesses
Exclusive interview outlines BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s strategic pillars for enhancing intra-BRICS economic cooperation and supporting Indian enterprises entering BRICS markets.