Strategic Diplomacy in New Delhi India is set to host the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi on May 14-15, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar chairing the high-level summit. The gathering brings together representatives from Brazil, Russia, China, and South Africa to deliberate on critical issues regarding global governance, economic resilience, and multilateral…
Record-Breaking Growth in Intra-BRICS Trade Intra-BRICS merchandise trade has reached a historic milestone of USD 1.17 trillion in 2024, marking a significant thirteen-fold increase from the USD 84 billion recorded in 2003. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal announced these figures during the 2nd Meeting of the BRICS Contact Group on Trade and Economic Issues (CGETI) in…
The Rapid Expansion of Intra-BRICS Trade Intra-BRICS merchandise trade has expanded thirteen-fold over the last two decades, climbing from $84 billion in 2003 to an impressive $1.17 trillion in 2024. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal announced these figures during the second meeting of the BRICS Contact Group on Trade and Economic Issues (CGETI) in Gandhinagar, highlighting…
Explore how BRICS nations are boosting trade integration to unlock massive economic potential and reshape global commerce amidst shifting landscapes.
BRICS foreign ministers concluded a high-level meeting this week without issuing a joint statement, highlighting deep-seated divisions among member states regarding the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The gathering, hosted by India, ultimately resulted in a chair’s statement rather than a unified declaration, underscoring the diplomatic challenges facing the bloc as it navigates geopolitical flashpoints….
Strategic Visit Highlights India’s Financial Ambitions A high-level delegation from the BRICS nations visited Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) on Friday, May 15, to evaluate its potential as a central hub for cross-border finance and international trade. The visit, which occurred as India prepares for its 2026 BRICS Chairship, focused on the operational framework…
