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BRICS Drives Global Economic Growth: President Putin

Transatlantic Clash: The Tension Between Lula and Trump and the Impact of Tariffs on Brazil-U.S. Relations

The bilateral relationship between Brazil and the United States, two of the most influential democracies in the Americas, has been marked by cycles of strategic cooperation and moments of sharp divergence. Currently, the political and commercial tension between Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated to unprecedented levels, […]

July 23, 2025

BRICS’ Global Call to Conscience: Stop the Genocide in Gaza!

Since the start of the genocide perpetrated by Israel in Gaza in October 2023, the world has witnessed an unprecedented humanitarian tragedy: more than 57,000 Palestinians have been killed, and thousands more remain buried under the rubble. RELATED: Gaza’s Health System on the Brink: Over 100 Premature Babies at Risk as Fuel Runs Out Social […]

July 10, 2025

BRICS Countries Approve Principles for Global AI Governance at Rio de Janeiro Summit

Their declaration reflects the Global South’s vision for this strategic technology. At a summit held in Rio de Janeiro, BRICS member countries approved a declaration outlining principles for the global governance of artificial intelligence. RELATED: Mexico Proposes BRICS Allocate 1% of Military Spending to Development Fund Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, […]

July 8, 2025

BRICS Offers a Real Alternative to Transform the International Order: Diaz-Canel

Present and future generations deserve a world of peace and security, the Cuban president stessed. On Monday, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel attended the BRICS leaders’ summit in Brazil. Specifically, he spoke during the session on “Environment, COP30, and Global Health,” held in Belem. RELATED: Modi Urges BRICS to Unite on Critical Minerals and Strategic Technology […]

July 7, 2025

Modi Urges BRICS to Unite on Critical Minerals and Strategic Technology Supply Chains

The Indian Prime Minister also highlighted the role BRICS can play in achieving long-term development goals. On Monday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged BRICS nations to work together to ensure secure supply chains for critical minerals and strategic technologies. RELATED: China Condemns Trump’s Threat Against BRICS as ‘Arbitrary and Counterproductive’ Speaking at the BRICS […]

July 7, 2025

The Global South To Lead a New Development Paradigm: Lula Da Silva

Climate change denialism and global financial markets are putting the future of the planet at risk. On Monday, Brazilian President Lula da Silva condemned climate denialism and unilateral actions, warning that they are eroding progress and sabotaging the planet’s future. RELATED: China Condemns Trump’s Threat Against BRICS as ‘Arbitrary and Counterproductive’ “A decade after the […]

July 7, 2025

China Condemns Trump’s Threat Against BRICS as ‘Arbitrary and Counterproductive’

‘There are no winners in a trade war,’ FM spokesperson Mao said. On Monday, China condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose an additional 10% tariff on BRICS countries, calling it an arbitrary and counterproductive measure that undermines international cooperation and global economic development. RELATED: Trump Threatens Tariffs on Countries Supporting BRICS “BRICS cooperation […]

July 7, 2025

Trump Threatens Tariffs on Countries Supporting BRICS

The BRICS countries expressed support for multilateralism and opposition to indiscriminate tariffs and non-tariff measures. In response to the BRICS summit held in Rio de Janeiro, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose an additional tariff on countries that support the policies of the economic bloc led by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. […]

July 7, 2025

Bolivia’s Arce Proposes BRICS Role in Protecting and Supporting Member Countries

Bolivian President Luis Arce stated this Sunday at the BRICS summit that this bloc should generate protection and solidarity actions among the economies of member countries to confront the siege of the “economic war.” RELATED: President Putin at BRICS Summit: The Unipolar System of International Relations Is Becoming a Thing of the Past The Bolivian […]

July 6, 2025

President Putin at BRICS Summit: The Unipolar System of International Relations Is Becoming a Thing of the Past

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by videoconference at the 17th BRICS summit, launched in Rio de Janeiro this Sunday, addressing hard critics on the current international relationships stressing tha “The liberal globalization model is becoming obsolete.” RELATED: BRICS Ceasefire Declaration: 5 Proven Steps Toward Global Peace and Sovereignty “The process of changing the global economic […]

July 6, 2025

President Diaz-Canel Meets With Brazil’s Worker’s Party Leader

The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, met this Sunday with the vice president of the Workers’ Party (PT) of Brazil, Washington Quaquá, and about 300 Brazilians solidary with the island, in the framework of the XVII Summit of Heads of State and Government of the BRICS. RELATED: BRICS Ceasefire Declaration: 5 Proven Steps Toward Global […]

July 6, 2025

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel arrives at the BRICS Summit in Rio – Cuba Joins BRICS - highlights growing South-South ties.

Cuba Joins BRICS Summit in Brazil: A Proven Step Toward Global South Solidarity and Sovereignty

Cuba Joins BRICS: President Díaz-Canel confirms Cuba’s participation as an associate member in the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, marking a historic milestone in South-South cooperation and global multipolarity. Related: BRICS Summit Opens in Brazil as Global South Leaders Arrive 🇨🇺 Cuba Joins BRICS AND Makes History On July 6, 2025, Cuban President […]

July 6, 2025

BRICS Bank Governors Ratify the Accession of Colombia and Uzbekistan

The president of the BRICS development bank, Dilma Rousseff, announced this Saturday that the board of governors approved the entry of Colombia and Uzbekistan into the entity, the final step for their incorporation. RELATED: BRICS Financial Assets Surpass $60 Trillion: A Milestone for Global South Economic Power The head of the New Development Bank (NDB) […]

July 5, 2025

BRICS financial assets surpass $60 trillion, marking Global South’s economic rise.Photo:Cubadebate.

BRICS Financial Assets Surpass $60 Trillion: A Milestone for Global South Economic Power

The BRICS bloc now holds over $60 trillion in financial assets, representing more than half of the world’s total, signaling a shift toward a multipolar global economy and stronger South-South cooperation. Related: BRICS Journalists Association Condemns Detention of Sputnik Reporters in Azerbaijan In a powerful demonstration of the growing economic influence of the Global South, […]

July 4, 2025

Lula Calls for New Financing Model to Tackle Sustainable Development and Climate Crisis

‘If we don’t discuss a new way to finance developing countries, they will stay poor for more than 100 years,’ he said. On Friday, Brazilian President Lula da Silva urged the creation of a new financing model to address sustainable development challenges and the global climate crisis. RELATED: BRICS Journalists Association Condemns Detention of Sputnik […]

July 4, 2025

BRICS Journalists Association Condemns Detention of Sputnik Reporters in Azerbaijan

Media workers must be protected both in their own countries and abroad, the Association recalled. On Tuesday, the BRICS Journalists Association condemned the detention of Sputnik journalists in Baku Azerbaijan, on charges of alleged “espionage”. RELATED: Russia Summons Azerbaijani Ambassador Over Detention of Sputnik Journalists The Association’s concern over the incident was expressed in a […]

July 1, 2025

Colombia Joins BRICS’ New Development Bank

This membership opens new financing opportunities for strategic projects, the Colombian presidency stated. On Thursday, Colombian Foreign Minister Laura Sarabia announced that her country has been admitted into the New Development Bank (NDB), the financial institution established by the BRICS group of emerging economies led by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. RELATED: Colombian […]

June 19, 2025

Current State of Venezuela’s Oil Industry: Resilience Amidst US Sanctions

Venezuela, home of one world’s largest oil reserves, has long been a key player in the global energy market. However, years of U.S. led economic sanctions have severely impacted its oil sector, restricting production, exports, and foreign investment. Despite these challenges, the Venezuelan government has maintained a steadfast commitment to revitalizing its oil industry while […]

June 9, 2025

BRICS Parliamentary Forum Reaffirms Need for a Global Health Agreement

The event seeks to consolidate an international alliance for a new health agenda. On Wednesday, participants in the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum reaffirmed the need for a multilateral agreement among the bloc’s countries to jointly address future pandemics. RELATED: Russia Reaffirms Its Support for Venezuela’s Entry Into BRICS They aim to strengthen epidemic prevention and […]

June 5, 2025

China and CELAC: Deepening Strategic Cooperation for Mutual Development

The Fourth China-CELAC Ministerial Meeting has ushered in a new era of comprehensive cooperation between China and Latin American and Caribbean nations, establishing an ambitious framework for partnership across multiple strategic sectors. This enhanced collaboration, built on principles of mutual respect and shared development, represents a significant evolution in South-South cooperation and offers a model […]

May 29, 2025

Venezuela and Colombia deepen economic integration amid global shifts.Photo:EFE.

Venezuela and Colombia Forge Stronger Economic Ties with Strategic Support from China and Russia

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announces plans for enhanced bilateral economic integration with Colombia, backed by China and Russia, aiming to boost regional production, trade, and industrial development through joint investments and a Binational Economic Zone. Related: Venezuela Achieves a Moral Victory: Maikelys Espinoza, a Toddler Kidnapped by the U.S., Returns Home In a significant move […]

May 14, 2025

Russia Reaffirms Its Support for Venezuela’s Entry Into BRICS

The Kremlin also supports the development of ties between Venezuela and the Eurasian Economic Union. On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro signed a “Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement” in the Kremlin’s Malachite Hall. RELATED: Presidents Maduro and Putin Agree on Strategic Cooperation on Victory Day “The agreement consolidates the high […]

May 7, 2025

BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting Begins With Calls for Peace in Gaza and Ukraine

In his opening speech, Brazilian FM Vieira recalled the ‘devastating’ situation in Palestine. On Monday, the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers began in Rio de Janeiro with a call from Brazil to strengthen “preventive diplomacy” to avoid prolonged conflicts. RELATED: US Protectionism Drives BRICS Alliance in Agriculture and Food Security: Brazil Leads Sustainable Agenda In […]

April 28, 2025

Agriculture ministers and senior officials from BRICS countries stand together at the 15th BRICS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Brasília.Photo:Granma.

US Protectionism Drives BRICS Alliance in Agriculture and Food Security: Brazil Leads Sustainable Agenda

Brazilian Minister Carlos Fávaro denounces US protectionism and reinforces BRICS agricultural cooperation, prioritizing food sovereignty, technological innovation, and social justice in the Global South. Related: BRICS countries will launch a joint initiative to combat land degradation. US Protectionism as a Catalyst for BRICS Unity Amid global trade tensions, the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, […]

April 17, 2025

Zimbabwe Announce Their Request to Join BRICS

Zimbabwe’s Foreign Minister, Amon Murwira, announced on Thursday that the country has officially submitted a request to join BRICS, the alliance of some of the world’s most prominent emerging economies. Murwira expressed Zimbabwe’s expectation of a consensus response from the bloc’s members, emphasizing that the country meets the necessary criteria for admission. “Convinced that our […]

March 6, 2025

Brazil Proposes to Bring a Joint BRICS Position to the Climate Summit

The BRICS proposal will be presented at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). On Friday, Brazilian Ambassador Mauricio Lyrio said that his country would suggest to the BRICS emerging economies forum that it design a joint proposal to finance the fight against climate change in the poorest countries. RELATED: Climate Crisis in Bolivia: […]

February 21, 2025

Brazil Confirms the BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro on 6 and 7 July

The BRICS summit of heads of state, a forum of emerging economies created by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, will take place in Rio de Janeiro on July 6 and 7, 2025, confirmed Brazil’s Foreign Minister, Mauro Vieira. RELATED: Trump to Impose 100% Tariffs to Discourage BRICS From Replacing Dollar Accompanied by the […]

February 15, 2025

BRICS Are Not Discussing the Creation of a Common Currency: Peskov

This economic block focuses rather on developing new joint platforms to facilitate investments. On Friday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov clarified that the BRICS countries have no plans to create their own currency as an alternative to the dollar. RELATED: Mexico Has Several Plans to Respond to Trump’s Tariffs “There is no discussion within BRICS about […]

January 31, 2025

Trump to Impose 100% Tariffs to Discourage BRICS From Replacing Dollar

‘They can go find another sucker nation. There is no chance that BRICS will replace the U.S. dollar,’ he said. On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump repeated strong tariff threats to deter the BRICS nations from replacing the U.S. dollar. RELATED: Brazil Insists on International Trade in Local Currencies in the BRICS “The idea that […]

January 31, 2025

Brazil Insists on International Trade in Local Currencies in the BRICS

The goal is not to compete with the dollar but to leverage the dynamism of emerging economies, Ambassador Saboia stated. In 2025, Brazil, which holds the presidency of the BRICS, will focus on promoting trade in local currencies among the bloc’s members. The goal is not to compete with the U.S. dollar but to leverage […]

January 8, 2025

Cuba and Bolivia Join BRICS as Partner Countries: A Step Towards Regional Integration

Related: ALBA-TCP Celebrates Cuba and Bolivia’s Entry into BRICS While Advocating for Venezuela’s Inclusion In an event that marks a milestone in the integration of Latin America and the Caribbean, Cuba and Bolivia have formalized their accession to the BRICS group as partner countries, effective January 1, 2025. This announcement followed the BRICS summit in […]

January 2, 2025

Brazil Assumes BRICS Presidency, Prioritizing South-South Cooperation and Challenging Global Imbalances

Brazil officially took over the rotating presidency of the BRICS bloc (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) on January 1st, ushering in a year focused on strengthening cooperation among nations of the Global South and pushing for a restructuring of the existing international order. The move, coming at a time of rising geopolitical tensions, […]

January 2, 2025

President Arce Announces Bolivia’s Entry Into the BRICS

‘Integration into BRICS provides us with an opportunity to boost key sectors such as energy and technology,’ he said. On Wednesday, President Luis Arce announced Bolivia’s entry into BRICS as an “associate state” and stressed that this decision provides his country with prospects for economic development. RELATED: Thailand to Join BRICS as an Associate State […]

January 2, 2025

Thailand to Join BRICS as an Associate State

On January 1, Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Uganda, and Uzbekistan will also join the group. Starting January 1, 2025, Thailand will join as an associate state in the group of emerging economies led by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS). RELATED: BRICS Countries Respond to Trump’s Threats on Tariffs and Alternative […]

December 30, 2024

ALBA-TCP Looks to the Future After 20 Years of Great Achievements

This Alliance is a space where solidarity prevails over profit, Venezuelan President Maduro pointed out. Through solidarity, the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples’ Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) has solidified cooperation projects in key areas such as education, health, and the economy, while strengthening its commitment to regional integration and multilateralism for […]

December 12, 2024

BRICS Countries Respond to Trump’s Threats on Tariffs and Alternative Currency

In addition to the NDB, Preksin mentioned the existence of the Contingent Currency Reserve Fund, designed to stabilize the exchange rate between the currencies of BRICS countries. These achievements reflect the bloc’s commitment to economic and financial cooperation despite external pressures. Related: Trump’s Tariff Threats Spark Chaos With U.S. Trading Partners On November 30, the […]

December 3, 2024

Venezuela Rejects Brazilian Government Interference

Brazilian presidential advisor Amorim behaves like a messenger of the U.S. imperialism, the Bolivarian diplomacy noted. On Wednesday, Venezuela’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Acting Head of Mission of the Federative Republic of Brazil to express its rejection of the “repeated interference” from the Brazilian government. RELATED: Venezuelan Minister Criticizes Brazil’s BRICS Membership Block […]

October 30, 2024

Venezuelan Minister Criticizes Brazil’s BRICS Membership Block as a Threat to Its Global Influence

President Nicolás Maduro also voiced his opinion upon returning from the BRICS summit in Russia, asserting that “no one will block or silence Venezuela.” Related: ALBA-TCP Celebrates Cuba and Bolivia’s Entry into BRICS While Advocating for Venezuela’s Inclusion Venezuelan Interior and Justice Minister Diosdado Cabello stated on Monday that Brazil’s decision to block Venezuela’s entry […]

October 28, 2024

President Maduro Returns to Venezuela After “Exemplary” Participation in BRICS Summit

On Saturday night, the Venezuelan head of state Nicolas Maduro arrived at the International Airport Simon Bolivar, in the Guaira state, after his attendance to BRICS Summit in Russia, rated by Maduro like “stellar, exemplary and beautiful”. RELATED: Strengthening Ties: Maduro’s Diplomatic Visit to Algeria Venezuelan president emphasized at his arrived that his participation “fully […]

October 27, 2024

Lula Pretended Accident to Not Attend the Brics Summit, Venezuela’s AG Says

Tarek William Saab, Attorney General of Venezuela accused this Saturday the president of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to use the accident he had a week ago to lie to the BRICS Summit and thus veto the Caribbean nation’s entry to the group. RELATED: Venezuela Rejects Brazil’s Veto to Prevent its Entry into the […]

October 26, 2024

Cuba and Bolivia Are Honored to Join BRICS as Partner Countries

In the past year, over 26 countries have also requested to join this economic cooperation group. On Friday, Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said his nation feels honored to have been included as a partner country of BRICS, an economic cooperation group led by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. RELATED: Venezuela Rejects Brazil’s Veto […]

October 25, 2024

Venezuela and Vietnam Strengthen Bilateral Relations at BRICS Summit

Pham emphasized the “traditional friendship and strategic partnership” between the two nations, reaffirming Vietnam’s commitment to bolstering these relations. Related: President Maduro and Iranian Leader Pezeshkian Hold Talks at the BRICS Summit Venezuela and Vietnam have enhanced their bilateral ties during the XVI BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. On Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro met […]

October 24, 2024

Venezuela Rejects Brazil’s Veto to Prevent its Entry into the BRICS Group.

This approach seeks not only to improve Venezuela’s economy, weakened by international sanctions but also to establish strategic alliances with emerging powers like Russia and China. Related: President Maduro: Simon Bolivar’s Struggle Becomes Reality Today Thanks to BRICS The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for inviting its President, Nicolas Maduro, to […]

October 24, 2024

President Maduro’s Administration Is on the Right Track, said Putin at the BRICS Summit

On Nov. 7, the Russia-Venezuela Joint Commission will meet in Caracas to expand areas of bilateral cooperation. On Thursday, at the 16th BRICS summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed that President Nicolas Maduro is the fair and legitimate winner of the Venezuelan presidential elections held in July, wishing him many successes in his next presidential […]

October 24, 2024

President Maduro and Iranian Leader Pezeshkian Hold Talks at the BRICS Summit

Venezuela and Iran play a prominent role in current geopolitics and are key actors in balancing the global energy market. On Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held discussions during the 16th BRICS Summit, taking place in the Russian city of Kazan RELATED: BRICS Can Play a Very Important Role in […]

October 24, 2024

BRICS Can Play a Very Important Role in Global Development and Security: Guterres

The international financial system is obsolete, ineffective, and unfair, he acknowledged. On Thursday, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on the BRICS countries, which represent almost half of the world’s population, to address major global challenges during the 16th Summit of the economic cooperation bloc. RELATED: The International Payment System Is Weaponized Against Venezuela: President […]

October 24, 2024

The International Payment System Is Weaponized Against Venezuela: President Maduro

Global South countries need a new payment system that enables them to achieve their development goals. During the BRICS Summit held in the Russian city of Kazan, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro emphasized the need to create a new global financial system and to consolidate the BRICS development bank. RELATED: President Maduro: Simon Bolivar’s Struggle Becomes […]

October 24, 2024

President Maduro: Simon Bolivar’s Struggle Becomes Reality Today Thanks to BRICS

The new era is defined by the rise of emerging powers and a more just and balanced world order, he pointed out. On Thursday, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro reflected on the beginning of a new era for humanity, marked by the emergence of a more just, balanced world that respects the sovereignty of nations. RELATED: […]

October 24, 2024

BRICS Summit: Erdogan Calls for Halting Arms Sales to Israel

‘Israel’s aggressive stance has far exceeded all limits. The Palestinian people are facing genocide in Gaza,’ he said. On Thursday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on the countries participating in the 16th BRICS Summit to support a Turkish initiative at the United Nations to halt arms sales to Israel. RELATED: Multipolarity is a Historical Necessity: […]

October 24, 2024

Multipolarity is a Historical Necessity: Bolivian President Arce

Global control based on the U.S. dollar has limited the progress of developing countries, he pointed out. On Thursday, during his speech at the 16th BRICS Summit in the Russian city of Kazan, Bolivian President Luis Arce emphasized the need for a new multipolar world order in which developing countries have a greater role in […]

October 24, 2024