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BRICS 2026 Explained: What is the expanded bloc trying to achieve?

A two-decade milestone since its founding, leaders from eleven nations gathered in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit.   What began in 2006 as an informal club of four large emerging economies has become something far bigger and more complicated. In 2001, economist Jim O’Neill proposed a plan that names Brazil, Russia, India, and […]

By Nawaz • September 18, 2026 • 5 min read
De-Dollarisation
New Delhi

Can BRICS Really Challenge the US Dollar’s Global Dominance?

Over the weekend, BRICS nations agreed to expand trade and payments settled in local currencies. Analysts are calling it another step toward de-dollarisation as the bloc tries to counter an assertive United States under President Donald Trump. BRICS countries agreed on Saturday to expand trade and payments in local currencies, making another step towards de-dollarisation […]

By News Desk • September 14, 2026 • 5 min read