Russia, together with its allies and like-minded partners, will continue to counter any attempts to distort the historical truth and memory of World War II.On 9 May 1945, at 00:43 Moscow time, the German Instrument of Surrender was signed in Berlin which ended the Great Patriotic War. It started on
Brazil, Latin America’s largest economy, is experiencing a transformative fintech boom. Once dominated by traditional and oligopolistic banking systems, the country’s financial sector is rapidly evolving to cater to the needs of its diverse population. With over 20% of the population still unbanked, fintech innovations offer a pathway to financial
Cole Jackson The emergence of Trump, as an important political figure internationally, has set in motion the wheels for many positioned right on the political spectrum. The right portray themselves as bastions of true freedom–in the name of anti-political correctness. The left have come, often through the emphasis on pro-poor
When the president of the National Assembly of Burundi, Gelase Daniel Ndabirabe informed the country’s newly appointed human rights commission that their mission is to “fight and bring down” Fortune Gaetan Zongo who is the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Burundi, it was way more than a rhetorical
Brazil’s steel and oil industries are evolving amidst political challenges and global trade dynamics, as the country positions itself as a key player in the new Silk Road. Brazil has been highly sought after in the industries of steel, oil and gas (extraction & production). This is cultivated by the
Malaysia’s tourism industry is experiencing a resurgence in the post-COVID era, primarily fueled by regional tourist demand and a burgeoning medical tourism sector. As a BRICS+ partner country, Malaysia is actively seeking to tap into new markets, exemplified by its recent tourism collaboration with Vietnam. This strategic partnership not only
OPEC and BRICS: Shared Goals and Increasing Cooperation Founded in 2016, OPEC—which controls over 50% of global oil production, plays a key role in stabilising prices by strategically adjusting its output levels. BRICS+ on the other hand, now including Middle Eastern countries Iran, UAE and possibly Saudi Arabia, aims to
The Nigeria-India relationship exemplifies a successful South-South partnership, moving beyond traditional aid models and towards strategic collaboration. With shared histories, common development challenges, and increasing engagement in platforms like BRICS, the partnership has evolved into a pragmatic and multifaceted one. In 2025, its strength and relevance are built on three
Despite the widely publicised rupture in diplomatic relations between Russia and the United States, since the onset of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, recent trade data reveals a counterintuitive development: economic ties between the two powers are quietly resurging. In March 2025, US-Russia trade reached a two-year high of $573.4
Bolivia having been welcomed as a partner nation within the BRICS economic alliance, marks a major milestone in its foreign policy. President Luis Arce emphasises the strategic significance of the country’s integration into the bloc. “Our Plurinational State of Bolivia has taken an essential step toward joining BRICS, following confirmation
