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
Countries cooperate on various fronts and preserve their own margins of decision. The order emerging from this process is not organized in rigid blocks
India, as current BRICS chair, is facilitating discussions among member nations to develop a common approach on the Iran-US conflict affecting multiple BRICS members.
Amidst ongoing Iran-Israel-US tensions, Iran urges BRICS under India’s presidency to play a constructive role; Jaishankar emphasizes collective efforts for stability and energy security.
Kazem Jalali stated that Arab and Islamic countries realize the US cannot guarantee their security.
US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozel states Washington awaits response on requirements including BRICS withdrawal, domestic reforms, and dropping ICC case against Israel.
TV BRICS International Media Network partners with International Competence Centre for Mining Engineering Education to strengthen BRICS+ collaboration in science, innovation and education.
The Reserve Bank of India’s proposal focuses on risk management and trade continuity through interoperable digital currencies, rather than challenging dollar dominance.
At Raisina Dialogue 2026, panelists from BRICS countries and newer members discussed energy resilience, financing flexibility, supply-chain coordination, and stronger institutional visibility.
China’s foreign minister urged India-China coordination as India prepares to host the BRICS summit in August-September 2026, with China set to host in 2027.