Putin: BRICS Will Drive Global Economic Growth
Putin claims BRICS will lead global economic growth, surpassing developed Western nations.
Expansion of BRICS: New members include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE, joining Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
A BRICS summit will be hosted in Kazan from October 22-24.
Economic
Sovereignty: Putin emphasizes that BRICS growth will rely less on external influences, promoting economic sovereignty.
Russia aims to position BRICS as a counterweight to Western dominance, particularly in the global financial system.
Attendees: Leaders from China, India, and the UAE are confirmed to attend the summit.
