Leaders from the expanded BRICS bloc gathered in Rio de Janeiro this week for a high-stakes summit, marking their first meeting since the group grew to 11 full members. 🌐 Over 10 partner nations joined the talks, with a shared goal: reinventing global cooperation as economic and political tensions rise worldwide.
Day one saw a unified statement emphasizing the bloc’s commitment to multilateralism, peace, and sustainable development. Think of it as a global “group project” to tackle challenges like trade disputes and climate action—but with way higher stakes. 💼🌱
With new members onboard, BRICS is flexing its influence as a counterweight to traditional Western-led institutions. Analysts say the summit’s vibe is part ‘Avengers assemble’ and part ‘global policy hackathon’—a fresh take on diplomacy for Gen Z. 📈✨
Reporting by Lucrecia Franco in Rio.
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