South Africa’s BRICS+ trade outlook: Opportunity beckons, but actions needed

South Africa's expanding trade ties with the BRICS+ grouping present a compelling opportunity, yet the…

Egypt’s trade with BRICS countries soars, thanks to Saudi Arabia and UAE

Trade between Egypt and the BRICS nations reached $50.8 billion in 2024, up from $42.5…

Round-up 13 July 2025

In this week’s round-up: BRICS nations resist ‘anti-US’ label after Trump tariff threat BRICS is…

BRICS leaders speak out on conflict in Gaza and Iran

At their summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6, the leaders of the expanded…

BRICS nations call for a more equitable global order at Rio Summit

The 17th BRICS Summit, held from July 6 to 7, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, culminated in a robust…

Trump warns that countries supporting BRICS could face an additional 10% tariff

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions by warning that any country aligning…

Ahead of BRICS Summit in Rio, diplomats urge stronger anti-terror collaboration

Ahead of this month’s BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, senior envoys from key member…

BRICS condemns military strikes on Iran, calls for de-escalation and dialogue

In a strongly worded statement released overnight, the BRICS alliance expressed “grave concern” over the…

Iran expects BRICS to condemn Israeli attack, says Foreign Ministry

Iran expects the BRICS group to issue a condemnation of Israel’s recent attack, according to…

Colombia joins New Development Bank

Colombia has joined the BRICS-backed New Development Bank (NDB). President Gustavo Petro’s administration views the…