BRICS

China, Russia, Iran start 'BRICS Plus' naval exercises in South African waters

BRICS Plus is an expansion of a geopolitical bloc originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa - and seen by members as a counterweight to the US.

A Russian vessel arrives at the Simon's Town Naval base ahead of the BRICS Plus countries which include China, Russia and Iran for a joint naval exercises in South Africa's, in Cape Town, South Africa, January 9, 2026.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attend a documents signing ceremony in Moscow, Russia January 17, 2025.

Moscow and Tehran’s new partnership is bad news for the West - opinion

BRICS Move Forward 40% Gold-Backed 'Unit' Proposal

BRICS Move Forward 40% Gold-Backed 'Unit' Proposal

People wave Indian flags in support of the Indian Armed Forces, following the ceasefire announcement between India and Pakistan, in Delhi, India, May 13, 2025.

India’s influence in the Middle East: balancing energy, workers, and Saudi-Pakistan defense pact


BRICS showcases non-Western world order emerging - analysis

The expansion of BRICS into countries that are close to the West shows how many states are hedging their bets on this non-western group of powerful economies.

 Putin Confirms BRICS Developing Independent Payment System with Potential Gold-Backed Currency

BRICS opening: A ‘multipolar’ world order is forming

Putin confirms Russia is looking to alternative currencies amid U.S. sanctions; falls short of outlining details of rumored gold-backed currency plans

 BRICS opening: A ‘multipolar’ world order is forming

Gold investors look to BRICS summit for news on rumored currency

Putin ahead of BRICS: The U.S. did it themselves. They thought we would collapse; Russian president says 95% of foreign trade now conducted in national currencies.

BRICS summit: Precious metals investors to watch closely

BRICS countries control over 20% of world’s gold reserves

BRICS Gold Rush: These emerging economies hold a staggering 20% of the world's gold. What does it mean for the global economy?

 BRICS countries control over 20% of world’s gold reserves

At BRICS summit, Russia to push to end dollar dominance

President Vladimir Putin is keen to build up BRICS - which has expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates as well as Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.

 As BRICS Accumulate Gold, Western Banks Continue to Short Sell

Jim Willie: "BRICS Selling A Lot Of Treasuries & Buying Gold"

Financial analyst Dr. Jim Willie predicts a seismic shift in global markets as BRICS nations ditch U.S. Treasuries for gold.

 Jim Willie: "BRICS Selling A Lot Of Treasuries & Buying Gold"

As BRICS Accumulate Gold, Western Banks Continue to Short Sell

BRICS+ nations hoard gold as Western banks gamble on short positions, ignoring the looming financial crisis. Will the West awaken to reclaim its golden edge in time?

 As BRICS Accumulate Gold, Western Banks Continue to Short Sell

BRICS is considering a new currency. Here’s what you need to know

Precious metals investors will pay close attention to the upcoming 16th rendition of the annual BRICS summit scheduled for Oct. 22-24 in Kazan, Russia.

 BRICS is considering a new currency.

Putin Confirms BRICS Developing Independent Payment System with Potential Gold-Backed Currency

Putin confirms BRICS is building an independent payment system, potentially backed by gold, aimed at reducing reliance on the US dollar and reshaping global financial dynamics.

 Putin Confirms BRICS Developing Independent Payment System with Potential Gold-Backed Currency

The BRICS Challenge and the US Response: A New Era of Gold

As BRICS nations challenge US dollar dominance, the world faces a crossroads. Gold, once again, emerges as a potential savior. Will the US embrace this precious metal to maintain its influence?

 The BRICS Challenge and the US Response: A New Era of Gold