BRICS at a Turning Point: Newest Challenges at a Vital Moment

The BRICS nations stand at a critical juncture. With Brics now surpassing the G7 in global GDP share, evolving from an economic bloc into a pragmatic political entity, the group faces unprecedented opportunities and daunting challenges. In this new role, Brics must honour its commitments and ensure that...

The 16th BRICS Summit: A Pivotal Moment

As geopolitical tensions escalate and new security challenges emerge, the upcoming 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan promises to be a critical turning point. The 16th... This summit will be crucial in defining the bloc\'s future trajectory and its role in a rapidly changing world. The most striking manifestation of such hopes is the numerous ideas about expanding the BRICS by including new states. A list of countries has already been formed...

BRICS Expansion: Reshaping the Global Order

The expansion of BRICS is a central theme. In 2025, a first wave of expansion brought Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates into BRICS and marked a strategic turning point by incorporating Middle... Learn more about BRICS expansion and its implications for the global business landscape in our report BRICS Expansion: Implications and Market Opportunities.

Challenges to the West and the Green Transition

Ambitious Expansion and Global Influence: The 2025 BRICS Summit underscores the bloc’s ambition to challenge the Western-led global system by advocating a... However, BRICS dominance in oil production and access to strategic minerals represents a direct challenge to Europe’s green transition. Countries such as China and... pose significant hurdles to achieving global climate goals.

Looking Ahead

The future of BRICS hinges on its ability to navigate these complex challenges and leverage its growing economic and political power effectively. The Kazan summit will undoubtedly offer valuable insights into the bloc\'s strategic direction and its potential to shape the global landscape in the years to come.