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While Pakistan, currently facing its worst economic and political crisis perhaps can count on the support of its all-weather ally China, it is to be seen how the other four members, Brazil, Russia India and South Africa would react to the proposal to admit Islamabad.

This year’s BRICS summit held in South Africa formally admitted Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as new members. They will formally join during the 2024 summit in Russia.

While South African leader accuses Israel of war crimes, Putin and Xi strike more cautious note at meeting attended by Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates, which are set to join the bloc in January 2024, calling for a cease-fire and the release of civilian hostages but not launching the same level of criticism of either side as Ramaphosa.

Appena eletta la nuova amministrazione di Buenos Aires mette già in dubbio l'ingresso nel forum delle economie emergenti sostenuto da Xi Jinping, previsto per il 1 gennaio. In campagna elettorale Milei aveva marcato la distanza politica. Prudente la reazione di Pechino che può gettare sul piatto i rapporti economici tra i due Paesi: l'anno scorso il 92% della soia e il 57% della carne argentina hanno preso la via della Cina.

The Brics grouping expressed its deep concern over the dire humanitarian crisis triggered by the raging conflict between Israel and Hamas | World News

External affairs minister Jaishankar stressed the need for restraint but India was not among the countries which called for an end to arming either side. Also, India did not bring up what many see as Israel inflicting collective punishment on Palestinians for the actions of Hamas

Prof. Alexander Dynkin, at Moscows Primakov Readings, champions Russias pivot towards the Global South and Asia, challenging Euro-centric models. Stressing Russia-India ties, he highlights shared cultural roots and mutual support, forecasting a robust partnership. Assessing Russia-China relations, he dismisses a military alliance but acknowledges strengthened bonds. Dynkin predicts Russias steady economic growth amidst global trends, emphasizing adaptation and self-sufficiency, forecasting a 3% ...

Leaders of the BRICS bloc of developing nations and other countries they have invited to join from next year discussed the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on Tuesday, but failed to agree a joint declaration.

Pakistans newly appointed ambassador to Russia Muhammad Khalid Jamali confirmed Islamabads plans to join the group under Russias presidency in 2024.

The South African Jewish Board of Deputies says while parliament has adopted a motion to cut ties with Israel pending a ceasefire and a UN-led negotiated settlement between Israel and Palestine, it is up to the government to make the decision.