๐ Johannesburg is buzzing! The 15th BRICS Summit is in full swing, with leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa holding high-stakes talks on economic partnerships, tech innovation, and global stability. CGTN reporter Zhao Yunfei reports live from the ground, capturing the energy of this yearโs theme: \"BRICS and Africa: Partnership for Growth, Development, and Inclusive Multilateralism.\"
๐ก Whatโs hot? Discussions are leaning into youth-driven solutions, with initiatives to boost green tech startups and digital currency frameworks. Analysts say this summit could reshape how emerging economies collaborateโthink Avengers-level teamwork for global challenges like climate change and supply chains!
๐ฑ Did you know? Over 40 countries have expressed interest in joining BRICS, signaling a shift toward a more multipolar world order. While no formal expansion announcements dropped yet, the vibe here is all about \"strength in diversity\"โa win for the Global South.
๐ฑ Youth angle: Stay tuned for updates on a proposed BRICS Youth Digital Hub aimed at connecting innovators across member nations. Because who doesnโt want to swipe right on cross-border collabs? ๐
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