Round-up: 7 to 13 October

Dive into a week of BRICS dynamics, from India’s hosting of a pivotal competition conference to EU-China dialogues, alongside Egypt’s BRICS aspirations and Brazil’s global political moves, unveiling a tapestry of international engagements and potential shifts.

8th BRICS International Competition Conference 2023

The Competition Commission of India(CCI) will be hosting the 8th BRICS ICC from October 12-13, 2023 at The Ashok, New Delhi themed New Issues in Competition Law and Policy – Dimensions • Perspective • Challenges.  Around 350 delegates from competition authorities in BRICS and non – BRICS Nations, including globally eminent competition experts and Indian delegates, are expected to attend and participate in this conference.

EU Foreign Policy Chief arrives in China for pre-summit talks

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell arrived in China, looking to manage the bloc’s “de-risking” strategy with its largest trading partner while laying the foundations for a planned summit this year.

BRICS: Shaping a Global Order through Economic Significance

Explore how BRICS nations are carving out a significant niche in the global order through their economic prowess. Delve into the dynamics and potential impacts of their financial collaborations on international policies.

SA continues to reap economic benefits from BRICS’s association: Ramaphosa

“We, as a country, have benefitted a great deal [through] the association with other BRICS countries. China today is our largest trading partner and this has largely been cemented, upheld and encouraged by our membership of BRICS,” President Ramaphosa.

Is Argentina going to reject the BRICS invitation? 

Argentina’s acceptance or rejection of the BRICS invitation is heavily influenced by its upcoming general elections. Outgoing President Alberto Fernandez and candidate Sergio Massa from the ‘Justicialist Party’ favor joining BRICS.

Russia resumes oil exports to BRICS partner

Russia’s economy is set to grow by 1.1% in 2024, slower than previously predicted, the International Monetary Fund said in its latest World Economic Outlook report.

Egypt’s accession to BRICS: Opportunities to the African and developing countries

Egypt’s accession to BRICS with China brings many opportunities and advantages, especially in terms of development, trade and investment. As one of the most important economic clusters in the world, this is an opportunity for Cairo to increase the rates of trade exchange and joint investments.

 

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