The BRICS alliance is becoming the ultimate mic drop 🎤 for emerging economies, according to UAE Assistant Minister Saeed Mubarak Al Hajeri. In an exclusive chat with CGTN, he called the group a "game-changing platform" letting the Global South rewrite the rules of international economics.
💡 Why it matters: With BRICS recently adding heavyweights like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the bloc now represents over 40% of the world's population. Al Hajeri sees this as a power shift: "The Global South isn't just the future – it's where today's growth is happening."
🚀 Youth angle: Think of BRICS like the Avengers of economic alliances – but instead of superheroes, you've got fast-growing nations teaming up. For young entrepreneurs and investors, this could mean new opportunities in tech, green energy, and cross-border collabs.
🌱 Cultural vibe check: The minister's message hits different for Gen Z and millennials watching TikTok debates about decolonizing economies. As he put it: "This isn't about replacing existing systems – it's about making sure all voices get heard."
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UAE minister: BRICS mechanism amplifies voice of Global South
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