In this week’s round-up:
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BRICS nations resist ‘anti-US’ label after Trump tariff threat
- BRICS is a catalyst for inevitable change in unjust world affairs
- Trump worried by BRICS’ challenge to the US global hegemony
- Fyodor Lukyanov: BRICS is evolving into a post-Western world order
U.S. Counters Nigeria’s Claims Linking Visa Policy to BRICS, Illegal Migrant Deportations
The United States denies allegations that reducing visa validity for Nigerian applicants is politically motivated, clarifies that the changes are part of a global review to enhance visa system security, unrelated to BRICS affiliations or deportation issues.
Fyodor Lukyanov: BRICS is Evolving into a Post-Western World Order
The latest BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro prompted disappointment in some quarters. Several key leaders were absent, and the headlines lacked drama. Compared to last year’s bold meeting in Kazan, it seemed muted. But this calmer tone is not a setback – it reflects the changing environment BRICS now operates in.
Trump Worried by BRICS’ Challenge to the US Global Hegemony
By threatening to impose sanctions on BRICS members, United States President Donald Trump appears to be concerned by the group’s challenge to Washington’s efforts to achieve global hegemony and maintain the dominance of the US dollar.
Turkish Diplomat Thinks BRICS Snub was India’s Revenge
A Turkish top diplomat has claimed that India’s alleged move blocking Ankara’s entry into BRICS was a “revenge” against Turkey. However, it has more than just Turkey’s close ties with Pakistan.
BRICS is a Catalyst for Inevitable Change in Unjust World Affairs
Blind loyalty that manifested itself at forums such as the G7, WTO, IMF, and World Bank, among others, had kept the entire Global North on the pound seat of global affairs for way too long, writes Abbey Makoe.
BRICS Nations Resist ‘Anti-US’ Label After Trump Tariff Threat
Developing nations participating in the BRICS summit brushed away an accusation from US President Donald Trump that the bloc is ‘anti-American’, as he threatened them with additional 10 per cent tariffs.
