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BRICS Ministers Draft Joint Challenge to US Trade Policies in Rio Talks

The bloc aims to defend multilateralism, expand Global South partnerships, and address key global issues, balancing Brazil’s cautious approach with China’s assertive stance.

Los cancilleres de los países miembros de los BRICS se reunirán durante dos días.
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Overview

  • BRICS foreign ministers convened in Rio de Janeiro for a two-day meeting to draft a declaration challenging US unilateral trade measures under President Trump.
  • The meeting marks the bloc’s first formal response to the US-China trade war, emphasizing the defense of a rules-based multilateral trade system.
  • Brazil, holding the 2025 BRICS presidency, seeks to balance its cautious diplomacy with China’s push for a tougher stance in the negotiations.
  • The final communiqué, expected on April 29, will address trade, climate finance, UN Security Council reform, and conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
  • The bloc has expanded its engagement to include key Global South partners, such as Egypt, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, to strengthen emerging-market coalitions.