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Accession will enable the country to attract infrastructure investment and expand cooperation with international financial institutions. Photo: Reuters.

Uzbekistan Officially Joins New Development Bank, Expanding Global Cooperation

Uzbekistan officially joined the New Development Bank (NDB) this Thursday, with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signing the enabling law. This strategic move aims to attract vital foreign investments for infrastructure and sustainable development projects, fostering broader economic cooperation among member states. The law’s text was published on the National Legal Information Center of Uzbekistan portal, formalizing […]

May 22, 2026

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Russia to Continue Aid to Cuba Amid U.S. Blockade: Lavrov

The Kremlin rejects the inclusion of Cuba on the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism. On Friday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez held talks on the sidelines of the BRICS Ministerial Meeting in New Delhi. RELATED: Cuba Reactivates Power Grid Following Partial Disconnection In a friendly and constructive […]

May 15, 2026

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Iran Reaffirms Commitment to Diplomacy and Sovereignty at BRICS Meeting

Persian officials accuse the United Arab Emirates of taking part in the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. On Thursday, during the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting in New Delhi, Iranian diplomat Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed that his nation remains committed to both defending its sovereignty and advancing diplomacy, stressing that no military solution exists to issues concerning Iran. […]

May 15, 2026

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Russian FM Lavrov Visits India for BRICS Ministerial Meeting

He seeks to secure oil supplies to India and strengthen bilateral energy cooperation. On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in New Delhi to participate in the ministerial meeting of the BRICS, the economic cooperation group led by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. RELATED: 9 Shocking Revelations: Powerful BRICS Unity Crumbles Amid […]

May 13, 2026

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BRICS Navies Launch Joint Drill Off South Africa

China, Russia, and South Africa have launched the inaugural BRICS “Peaceful Will 2026” naval exercises near Simon’s Town, focusing on securing key maritime trade routes through joint operations and anti-terror drills. BRICS member countries — China, Russia, and South Africa — are conducting the “Will for Peace 2026” naval exercises from January 9 to 16, […]

January 9, 2026

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Brazil Wraps Up BRICS Presidency Emphasizing Practical Outcomes

Brazil closed out its rotating presidential term of BRICS on Friday, December 12, with a meeting in Brasilia chaired by Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira. Speaking at the event, Vieira underscored that collaboration within the 11-member group has outgrown its original scope, now reaching well beyond its earlier focus on political coordination and financial cooperation. Addressing […]

December 13, 2025

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Putin: Creation of the Shanghai Cooperation Development Bank is on the agenda

The creation of an independent financial infrastructure and the establishment of a Development Bank are becoming practical steps to strengthen the economic sovereignty of the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). This was stated by the participants of the meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the SCO member states, the […]

November 18, 2025

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Expert: Africa and Persian Gulf countries increase economic influence through the G20 and BRICS

Increasingly, African countries are defending their interests on the world stage through groupings such as the Group of Twenty (G20) and BRICS. Its partners are the Persian Gulf states, which actively invest in the African economy. This cooperation also opens up opportunities for Russia, especially in the construction of new international transport routes. RELATED: BRICS […]

November 17, 2025

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(FILE) EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas. Photo: EFE.

European Union Expands Sanctions on Russia

The European Union has approved its 19th round of sanctions against Russia, extending restrictions to banks, crypto exchanges, and several Chinese and Indian companies, as well as Russian diplomats, according to the bloc’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas. RELATED: Russia Denies Trump’s Claims That Countries Are Leaving BRICS Russia, for its part, has […]

October 23, 2025

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Russia Denies Trump’s Claims That Countries Are Leaving BRICS

Peskov reaffirmed that the bloc seeks cooperation and stability, not confrontation. On Wednesday, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov denied statements by U.S. President Donald Trump claiming that countries are leaving BRICS, an economic cooperation group initially formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. RELATED: At the UN, Venezuela thanks the support of the BRICS, […]

October 15, 2025

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TV BRICS Documentaries Highlighted at Bolivia’s “Leones de Fuego” Festival

Between September 9 and 19, 2025, Cochabamba, Bolivia, shines as the stage for the fourth International Film Festival “Leones de Fuego.” This year’s program features exclusive documentary screenings created by the TV BRICS media network, the festival’s international media partner. Attendees can explore two notable TV BRICS productions: “Anomaly of the Urals” (2025), a deep […]

September 12, 2025

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BRICS Must Make the Global South Voice Heard: President Xi

The Chinese leader said that BRICS countries should act on a spirit of openness, inclusiveness, and win-win cooperation. On Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping participated in the virtual BRICS Summit, convened to jointly address responses to the trade war unleashed by U.S. President Donald Trump. RELATED: BRICS Summit: Lula Criticizes U.S. Military Presence in the […]

September 8, 2025

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BRICS Summit: Lula Criticizes U.S. Military Presence in the Caribbean

The Brazilian president denounces Washington’s deployment near Venezuela. On Monday, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticized the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean during a virtual BRICS summit. RELATED: Brazil’s Lula Says His Country “Don’t Take Orders From Anyone” “The presence of armed forces from the world’s largest power in the Caribbean Sea […]

September 8, 2025

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(FILE) Chinese President Xi Jingpin. Photo: EFE.

Chinese President Xi to Participate in BRICS Virtual Meeting

China confirmed on Monday the participation of its president, Xi Jinping, in an extraordinary virtual summit of the BRICS group scheduled for today, September 8. RELATED: India and Russia Are Moving Closer to China, Trump Acknowledges “The BRICS group seeks to promote cooperation and solidarity among emerging markets and developing countries to defend justice and […]

September 8, 2025

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Lula Champions BRICS Integration to Counter U.S. Tariffs and Assert Sovereignty

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has unveiled a sweeping economic relief package and renewed his push for deeper integration with BRICS nations, aiming to reduce Brazil’s dependency on the U.S. market and assert national sovereignty amid escalating trade tensions. Following the White House’s imposition of a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports—effective August 6 […]

August 13, 2025

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Brazil Seeks Coordinated BRICS Response to U.S. Tariff Hikes

Lula da Silva intends to meet with Indian PM Modi and Chinese President Xi to develop a joint strategy regarding sanctions. In an interview with Reuters on Wednesday, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said he would speak with the leaders of BRICS countries to coordinate a response to the tariff hikes imposed by the […]

August 7, 2025

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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