BRICS

China’s power play with the US is tested by the Israel-Iran crisis - opinion

If the Israel-Iran conflict drags on, despite US President Donald Trump’s attempts at an extended truce, and the Chinese leadership comes to the Iranians’ aid, it will end up fueling global disorder.

 CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTER Wang Yi is flanked by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov (left) and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi at a meeting on the Iranian nuclear issue in Beijing in March.
 Interior minister bans US anti-Zionist rabbi after meeting with Iran’s foreign minister.

Moshe Arbel bans anti-Zionist Neturei Karta rabbi who met with Iran's Araghchi

 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov attends the BRICS Summit, at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil July 6, 2025.

Why does the BRICS meeting matter for the Middle East? - analysis

 China's Premier Li Qiang, India's Prime Minister Narendra  Modi and Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, attend the BRICS Summit, at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil July 6, 2025.

BRICS leaders call attacks on Iran 'violation of international law,' express 'concerns' over Gaza


Russia and China's influence wanes in the Middle East after 12-Day War – analysis

While both countries have aimed to expand their influence in the Middle East, they have remained silent after the Israel-Iran War.

 CHINESE PRESIDENT Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin at a reception marking 80 years since the victory over Nazi Germany, at the Kremlin, last month. The war in Ukraine has shaken the global order, says the writer.

'New Monetary Order' Means Canada Must Stack Gold Now | Maxime Bernier

Bernier, on Commodity Culture, urged Canada to buy gold, predicting a "new monetary order." He critiqued trade policy, called for resource development, and condemned pandemic measures.

 'New Monetary Order' Means Canada Must Stack Gold Now | Maxime Bernier

How Israel caps Palestinian economic growth - analysis

Had Israel's control over the West Bank not occurred in 1967, the Palestinian economy could have been twice its current size – probably even more.

 Israeli security forces guard while Palestinians make their way through the Israeli Qalandia checkpoint to attend Friday prayers of the holy fasting month of Ramadan in Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque, near the West Bank city of Ramallah on March 21, 2025.

Indian Ocean Conference highlights growing Iran engagement as Israel remains isolated - analysis

These kinds of regional events often do not include Israeli participation, illustrating that while Israel has sought out ties, it often faces an uphill struggle participating in important groups.

 The 8th Indian Ocean Conference - 2025.

Trump says US will require BRICS nations to commit to not replacing US dollar

Donald Trump: "There is no chance that BRICS will replace the US Dollar in International Trade or anywhere else, and any Country that tries should say hello to Tariffs and goodbye to America!"

 US President Donald Trump speaks to journalists in the Oval Office on January 20, 2025.

How Turkey leverages itself between East, Western worlds to maximize geopolitical clout - opinion

Turkey’s actions in Syria and Iraq also signal a deeper shift away from its Western alliances. Erdogan’s government has cultivated closer ties with Russia.

 CHINESE PRESIDENT Xi Jinping (front row left), looks at a gesturing Russian President Vladimir Putin standing next to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa while Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (right) looks on, during the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, this past October.

Why Indian businesses are wary of BRICS’ push for a shared currency - opinion

Indian businesses remain cautious about BRICS’ shared currency plans, citing risks to global trade ties, reliance on the US dollar, and concerns over China’s influence within the bloc.

RAHUL GANDHI (right), a senior leader of India’s main opposition Congress party, attends the funeral procession of former prime minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi, last week.

3 Things You Need to Know About BRICS and Gold Before It's Too Late - Andy Schectman

Andy Schectman warned of stagflation, citing rising inflation and a potential market correction.

 3 Things You Need to Know About BRICS and Gold Before It's Too Late - Andy Schectman

Europe can succeed in an uncertain world, but it has to rethink the way it operates - opinion

To demonstrate leadership, Europe must form agile alliances among its states to promote research, innovation, and joint ventures.

 EUROPEAN COMMISSION President Ursula von der Leyen and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk speak as EU leaders gather for a group photo at a summit meeting in Brussels, last week.

Trump threatens BRICS over rumored currency

President-elect suggests 100% tariffs for any country seeking to undermine the U.S. dollar

 Trump threatens BRICS over rumored currency

China Has "Secretly" Been Buying Gold Since May 2024

China's clandestine accumulation of gold has been confirmed, with credible analysis revealing unreported purchases since May 2024.

  China Has "Secretly" Been Buying Gold Since May 2024