Leaders from BRICS nations wrapped their summit in Kazan, Russia, with a bold 134-point declaration tackling everything from UN reforms to global conflicts . The bloc—representing over 40% of the world’s population—pushed for a more inclusive, equitable international order .
UN Reforms & AI Governance
BRICS doubled down on demands for a \"more democratic\" United Nations, urging expanded representation for developing countries. They also called for the UN to lead global AI governance, ensuring tech advances don’t widen existing inequalities .
War Zones & Peace Talks
The leaders voiced \"deep concern\" over Gaza, demanding an immediate ceasefire , and backed Palestine’s bid for full UN membership. On Ukraine, they praised diplomatic efforts while sidestepping direct blame—a nod to the group’s diverse political stances .
Economic Shakeup
Illegal sanctions? BRICS slammed them as economic disruptors . The group also greenlit a new investment platform via the New Development Bank to boost Global South projects . Plus, Russia’s proposed BRICS grain exchange could reshape agri-trade—think less Wall Street, more wheat fields .
Space Security & Beyond
No Star Wars here : BRICS urged a ban on space weapons and stressed peaceful use of orbit. \"Preventing an arms race is non-negotiable,\" the declaration stated.
What’s next? With 10+ countries now eyeing BRICS membership, this bloc is fast becoming a counterweight to Western-led systems. Stay tuned .
. The bloc—representing over 40% of the world’s population—pushed for a more inclusive, equitable international order 
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, and backed Palestine’s bid for full UN membership. On Ukraine, they praised diplomatic efforts while sidestepping direct blame—a nod to the group’s diverse political stances 
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. The group also greenlit a new investment platform via the New Development Bank to boost Global South projects 
. Plus, Russia’s proposed BRICS grain exchange could reshape agri-trade—think less Wall Street, more wheat fields 
: BRICS urged a ban on space weapons and stressed peaceful use of orbit. \"Preventing an arms race is non-negotiable,\" the declaration stated.
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