Russian President Vladimir Putin inaugurated the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, the first international meeting in that country since the start of the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin emphasized that BRICS member countries are an alternative to Western monopoly, representing a third of the global economy and half of the world's population.
Putin received leaders from Latin America, Asia, and Africa at the summit, which was attended by China, India, Egypt, and South Africa, among others. During the event, bilateral meetings were held to discuss a multipolar order and accessible economic globalization for all.
The situation in Ukraine was addressed, and India's Narendra Modi expressed his country's support for a peaceful solution to the conflict. There were no objections to this position. There was speculation about the expansion of new members in BRICS, but the Kremlin did not provide details in this regard.
BRICS did not reach a consensus on the potential incorporation of new members or on seeking alternatives to the dollar. Vladimir Putin highlighted the importance of resolving conflicts through peaceful means and expressed his willingness to provide assistance in restoring peace and stability in the region.
