🌟 The BRICS Civilizations Dialogue kicked off in Rio de Janeiro this week, bringing together over 300 leaders, athletes, and young changemakers from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Dubbed a 'festival of ideas,' the event spotlighted how cultural exchange can fuel progress across the Global South.
🎤 'This isn’t just about diplomacy—it’s about TikTok dances, street food, and soccer rivalries turning into friendships,' said one youth delegate. Scholars emphasized that shared stories—from ancient trade routes to K-pop fandoms—are key to building trust in the BRICS+ era.
📈 With plans to expand collaborations in tech, sports, and education, attendees vowed to make the bloc’s partnerships 'warmer than Brazilian carnival vibes.' As the summit closed, a Chinese tech entrepreneur summed it up: 'Our differences aren’t walls—they’re bridges waiting to be built.'
