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Trump warns BRICS nations of significant tariffs, but which parties will bear the greatest impact?

US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to the BRICS nations, which have been vocal about challenging the dollar’s supremacy in global trade. Should this movement gain momentum, Trump has pledged to implement “100% tariffs,” effectively severing their access to the “thriving US economy.” This raises the question: which country will be most affected? Here are the economic relationships and dependencies to determine … Continue reading Trump warns BRICS nations of significant tariffs, but which parties will bear the greatest impact?

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Trump cautions BRICS countries about the potential consequences of moving away from the US dollar

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump issued a strong statement on Saturday, insisting that BRICS member nations must pledge not to establish a new currency or endorse any alternative currency that could supplant the United States dollar, or they will incur 100% tariffs. “We demand assurance from these nations that they will not create a new BRICS currency or support any other currency aimed at replacing the … Continue reading Trump cautions BRICS countries about the potential consequences of moving away from the US dollar

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China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering support for the “Global South” during a meeting of G20 leaders in Rio de Janeiro, as reported by China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Monday. In his opening address at the G20 Summit, Xi outlined China’s commitment to global development through eight key actions, which include enhancing the “high quality” Belt and Road Initiative—his … Continue reading China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

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Then-President Donald Trump walks to his seat after speaking with African leaders at the Palace Hotel during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, on September 20, 2017
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Trump election victory, Africa braces for possible U.S. aid cuts and uncertainty

As the results of the United States presidential election were announced on Wednesday, revealing that former President Donald Trump had emerged victorious, a sense of relief spread across Uganda’s capital, Kampala, located over 11,000 kilometers (7,000 miles) away. “The sanctions are lifted,” stated Anitah Among, the parliamentary speaker of the East African nation, during a session in parliament, suggesting her optimism for enhanced relations with … Continue reading Trump election victory, Africa braces for possible U.S. aid cuts and uncertainty

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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia.
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Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

The 2024 BRICS summit held in Russia this week served as a platform for Moscow and Beijing to express their mutual anti-Western sentiments and global aspirations. However, analysts suggest that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine may be straining the “no limits” partnership between the two nations. The choice of Russia as the summit’s venue was strategically important, particularly in light of global efforts to isolate … Continue reading Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and participants in the outreach/BRICS Plus format meeting pose for a family photo during the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia.
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BRICS is gaining momentum as common concerns with the West strengthen the alliance

As concerns regarding the U.S. elections loomed over this week’s gathering of global finance leaders in Washington, a beaming Vladimir Putin was in Kazan, Russia, welcoming representatives from BRICS nations that collectively account for nearly half of the world’s population. While the BRICS coalition of emerging economies is still far from competing with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) or challenging the supremacy of the U.S. … Continue reading BRICS is gaining momentum as common concerns with the West strengthen the alliance

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BRICS summit signals Russia is not isolated

Nearly three years after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which drew widespread condemnation from nations around the world, President Vladimir Putin is convening a summit with over a dozen world leaders. This move signals that he is not isolated, as an emerging coalition of countries rallies behind him. The three-day BRICS summit, commencing on Tuesday in Kazan, a city in southwestern Russia, marks the first gathering … Continue reading BRICS summit signals Russia is not isolated

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Russia aims for BRICS summit to highlight the increasing influence of the non-Western world

Russia aims for the BRICS summit to highlight the increasing influence of the non-Western world. However, its partners from China, India, Brazil, and the Arab nations are pressing President Vladimir Putin to seek a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. The BRICS coalition now represents 45% of the global population and 35% of the world economy, measured by purchasing power parity, with China contributing more … Continue reading Russia aims for BRICS summit to highlight the increasing influence of the non-Western world

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South Africa requested Taiwan to move its de facto embassy from Pretoria, Taipei claims Chinese pressure

South Africa’s government announced on Friday that it has requested Taiwan to move its de facto embassy from Pretoria, the capital, a decision that Taiwan claims is a result of Chinese pressure. In response, South Africa dismissed this assertion, stating that the action aligns with standard diplomatic protocol, particularly since it cut political and diplomatic relations with Taiwan in 1997. The Taipei Liaison Office in … Continue reading South Africa requested Taiwan to move its de facto embassy from Pretoria, Taipei claims Chinese pressure

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Israel lobbying to press South Africa to drop ICJ genocide case

Israeli diplomats have been directed to engage with members of the US Congress to encourage them to exert pressure on South Africa to withdraw its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Pretoria is seeking a declaration from the court that Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide against the Palestinian people. A diplomatic cable from Israel’s foreign ministry to its embassy in … Continue reading Israel lobbying to press South Africa to drop ICJ genocide case

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