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The term is more of a political slogan than an accurate description of the world

WOMEN represent just 18% of Rics members around the world across 23 pathways.

Six more nations are expected to join the group in January 2024 The five current members of the BRICS group increased trade by 56% from 20

Corruption is the biggest line item in South Africa’s budget, but may not be formally reflected, writes William Gumede.

In the span of two decades, the BRICS group has evolved from a mere concept into a powerful global alliance with its own multilateral lender.

The influence of BRICS will depend on its effectiveness, not on its composition or size … the group could be more effective … if key members were truly serious about pursuing shared goals, Lord Jim O’Neill, UK economist, says. This will be the key test for BRICS+. [Gas in Transition, Volume 3, Issue 9]

‘Poland’s growth has been based on brain power, entrepreneurship and hard work, not on natural resources or financial steroids’

Kazakhstan's strategic location on the New Silk Road could make it a major Eurasian air and land hub, but its aviation market needs modernization and its untapped tourism potential requires development.

Pretoria needs to pull off a balancing act in managing South Africa’s international relations to advance its economic interests.

The outcome of the November meeting will have serious economic implications