BRICS to Create Tectonic Shift in World Order After Summit

The global landscape is on the precipice of a dramatic transformation. A planned announcement on the expansion of Brics at a forthcoming summit in South Africa will mark a significant change in the global order, the nation’s ambassador to... well, the world. The shifts are already visible, and the reverberations are poised to reshape international relations.

The growth of the BRICS shows that, after decades of strong economic development, emerging markets are now ready for a larger role in the world order, one that... acknowledges their increasing power and influence. The 15th BRICS Summit, held in August 2025 and hosted by South Africa, represented a significant milestone for the group as new members were announced, signalling BRICS’... intentions to be a major player on the world stage.

Why is this summit so crucial? The BRICS summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, Aug. , moves center stage in the world, and in history. Some 22 nations have applied to join the original five, highlighting the growing appeal of the bloc as an alternative to Western-dominated institutions.

The expansion of BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the UAE marks a pivotal moment in the group’s evolution, reflecting broader shifts in the world order. This expansion not only broadens the group's geographical representation but also strengthens its economic and political clout.

The implications of this tectonic shift are far-reaching. From trade and finance to geopolitics and global governance, the rise of BRICS promises to reshape the world as we know it. Keep abreast of developments as the world order evolves.