Chinese President Xi Jinping called for stronger collaboration among Global South nations during Thursday's BRICS Plus leaders' dialogue in Kazan, Russia. His speech outlined a three-pillar roadmap for collective progress, positioning BRICS+ as a cornerstone for global stability and innovation. Here's the lowdown:
🕊️ Peace First: Tackling Global Hotspots
Xi emphasized conflict resolution through his Global Security Initiative, highlighting progress in Middle East diplomacy. He noted recent Palestinian reconciliation talks in Beijing and pushed for Gaza ceasefire efforts, urging leaders to \"stop the flames of war\" regionally.
💡 Development Boost: AI & Smart Trade
With $20 billion already mobilized through development projects, Xi announced new tech hubs: a Shanghai-based AI manufacturing center and a BRICS Customs excellence portal. \"We're building highways for 21st-century trade,\" the plan suggests.
🌐 Civilization Connect: Culture Clusters
The proposed Global South Think Tanks Alliance aims to blend traditional wisdom with modern governance strategies. Xi pitched cross-cultural exchanges as \"fertilizer for our shared garden of civilizations.\"
Fresh off China's recent Africa cooperation summit, Xi positioned BRICS+ expansion as key to rewriting \"the playbook for inclusive globalization.\" With 10+ countries reportedly lining up to join the bloc, this could reshape how emerging economies flex their diplomatic muscles.
