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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

BRICS+ Series: What the US-Russia Trade Resurgence Means for Global Geopolitics

Despite ongoing political tensions, US-Russia trade surged to a two-year high in March 2025, revealing the limits of Western sanctions and the persistence of economic interdependence. Driven by US demand for Russian raw materials, this resurgence reflects a broader shift toward pragmatic multipolarism, where geopolitical rivalry coexists with trade necessity—reshaping global multilateralism in a fractured but interconnected world.

News BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

BRICS+ Series: Saudi Arabia’s First Sovereign Green Bond A Milestone in Sustainable Finance

Saudi Arabia has taken a major step toward sustainable finance with the issuance of its first sovereign green bond in February 2025. The bond received an overwhelming response from global investors, being oversubscribed six times. This strong demand underscores growing confidence in Saudi Arabia’s economic outlook and its commitment to environmentally responsible investment opportunities.

News BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

The Changing US-Russia Relationship Under Trump: A Catalyst for Multipolarity?

President Trump's dramatic shift in US-Russia relations is sending shockwaves through Europe and beyond. By suspending military aid to Ukraine and seeking rapprochement with Moscow, Trump may be inadvertently accelerating the emergence of a multipolar world order, forcing European powers to reconsider their strategic alliances and security frameworks. This analysis explores the far-reaching implications of this geopolitical realignment.

News BRICS
Chloe Maluleke|Published

BRICS+ Series: The Economic Implications of BRICS+ in the MENA Region

The expansion of BRICS+ into the MENA region, with the inclusion of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Iran, is reshaping global economic dynamics and investment flows.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

BRICS+ Series: The Rise of a Global Grain Powerhouse

BRICS+ is emerging as a global grain powerhouse, controlling over 50% of production and reshaping agricultural trade. With the 2024 launch of the BRICS+ Grain Exchange, the bloc is reducing reliance on Western markets, stabilisng prices, and enhancing food security. Much like OPEC with oil, BRICS+ could soon dictate global grain supply and pricing, redefining economic sovereignty.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

BRICS+ Series: BRICS+ vs. G20: A New Era of Global Influence

Explore how the G20 and BRICS+ are reshaping global economics and politics in a rapidly changing world.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

Andrei Stenin: Honouring a Legacy of Truth Through Photography

Join us as we explore the 11th annual Andrei Stenin International Press Photo Contest Exhibition in Cape Town, celebrating the legacy of a courageous photojournalist whose work continues to inspire new generations.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke|Published

BRICS+ Series: Iran’s Strategic Role in Global Trade, Leveraging BRICS+ Membership to Overcome Sanctions

Iran’s strategic location makes it a vital hub for global trade corridors, connecting East and West through land, air, and maritime routes. Despite sanctions, its recent BRICS+ membership offers a pathway to economic resilience, enabling infrastructure development, de-dollarised trade, and stronger regional partnerships.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke and Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

BRICS+ Series: Russia's Resilient Manufacturing Sector, A Beacon of Economic Growth in Light of Sanctions

Explore how Russia's manufacturing sector is experiencing a remarkable revival, driven by domestic demand, government investment, and innovation in high-value industries.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke|Published

How Aramco's Innovations Are Shaping Energy Security in BRICS Nations

Explore how Saudi Aramco's advanced oil production technologies are not only revolutionising the energy sector but also driving economic growth in BRICS nations, addressing their unique energy challenges.

Business Report BRICS
Chloe Maluleke|Published

How MENA Nations are transforming global trade routes

Discover how initiatives like IMEC and enhanced regional cooperation are shifting the economic centre of gravity towards the Global South.

Cape Argus World
Chloe Maluleke|Updated