In this week’s round-up: Ukraine to be discussed at 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum; Turkey sees no conflict of interest working with SCO and BRICS; Putin says BRICS may establish its own parliament in future; BRICS membership unlikely to disrupt US-Malaysia ties; and more.
BRICS Bridge digital payment platform to boost trade between group’s states – Russian senator
The creation of a BRICS digital payment platform, BRICS Bridge, will help increase mutual trade between the member countries, Russian Federation Council Speaker Valentina Matviyenko said.
Russia’s presidency over BRICS ‘good opportunity’ to boost bilateral ties: Iran
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has hailed Russia’s presidency over the BRICS group of emerging economies as a good opportunity to expand relations between Tehran and Moscow in various fields.
Press review: Putin proffers BRICS parliamentary body and EU not thrilled with Orban
Russian President Vladimir Putin floats idea of BRICS parliament, Hungarian premier under fire for talking to Moscow, and NATO aims to bolster its presence in Asia. These stories topped Friday’s newspaper headlines across Russia.
De-dollarisation takes centre stage at BRICS Parliamentary Forum
Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, highlighted the significance of a recent national currencies swap agreement between Tehran and Moscow as a successful example of cooperation aimed at reducing reliance on the US dollar.
BRICS calls for zero tolerance of terrorism — declaration
BRICS members adopted a joint declaration at the group’s 10th Parliamentary Forum, where they condemned all terrorist attacks and called for zero tolerance of terrorism.
BRICS a key element of emerging multipolar world order, Putin says
BRICS is one of the key elements of the emerging multipolar world order, which takes interests of all states into consideration, Russian President Vladimir Putin said, speaking at the BRICS parliamentary forum.
Turkey sees no conflict of interest working with SCO, BRICS — Erdogan
Although Turkey is a member of NATO, it does not view cooperation with the countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and BRICS as a conflict of interest, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Newsweek.
Putin says BRICS may establish its own parliament in future
Addressing participants at the 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in St. Petersburg, Putin said regular meetings of lawmakers from BRICS countries will help the process of establishing a parliament.
BRICS membership unlikely to disrupt US-Malaysia ties, says expert
Malaysia’s inclusion in the BRICS group of emerging economies will have minimal impact on its longstanding relationship with the US, says an academic.
Modi’s Visit to Russia Strengthens Bilateral Ties and Sets Stage for BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to Russia, at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin, has significantly strengthened the bilateral relationship between the two nations.
Ukraine to be discussed at 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum — lawmaker
Leonid Slutsky explained that the majority of the forum’s participants have already voiced their position on the Ukrainian conflict in some way, favouring a diplomatic settlement of the conflict.
Om Birla To Lead Indian Parliamentary Delegation To BRICS Forum In Russia
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will be leading an Indian Parliamentary Delegation (IPD) to the two-day 10th BRICS Parliamentary Forum meeting which begins in Russia’s St Petersburg on Thursday.
Russia expects all key BRICS allies to attend Eastern Economic Forum — minister
Russia expects that all its key allies in BRICS will take part in the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) this year, Russian Minister for the Far East and Arctic Development Alexey Chekunkov told reporters.
Malaysia can become BRICS ‘partner country’ first, says Anwar
Malaysia can become a “partner country” of BRICS before its participation in the economic group is finalised, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said .
Iran’s new president reaches out to Iraq, Russia, builds ties with BRICS
Iran’s president-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian, is working the phone lines in Tehran, speaking with Iranian partners and allies to introduce himself and shore up Iran’s foreign ties.
Ties between BRICS cities getting stronger, Russia ready to share its expertise — Lavrov
Ties between cities and municipalities in BRICS nations are getting stronger and Russia is ready to share its expertise in this area, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.
Russia’s China envoy slams ‘irresponsible’ West for ‘blackmailing’, touts Brics
Russia’s ambassador to China accused the West of “constant blackmailing and pressure” , and attempted to position the Brics economies as an inclusive force that seeks to shape the future world order.
Why G20, BRICS+ Shun Nigeria – Ex-Envoys
Some former envoys have said that the G20 and BRICS+ have continued to ignore Nigeria because of the country’s increasingly weak economy.
BRICS must balance expansion with continued effective cooperation — Russian diplomat
It is crucial that BRICS not let its expansion slow it down in any way, a senior Russian diplomat said.
Interview: China plays important role in Global South, says South Africa’s BRICS envoy
China has played an important role in advancing BRICS, thus leading the Global South’s efforts in providing leadership to the world, said Anil Sooklal, South Africa’s BRICS sherpa.
BRICS to launch independent financial system – Moscow
BRICS countries are currently working on the launch of a financial system that would be independent of the dominance of third parties, according to the Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov.
