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Experts and officials across the world have since rejected Trump’s claim as baseless, pointing out that the grouping continues to gain strength and global relevance.

'BRICS was attack on dollar': Trump justifies tariffs, claims members are withdrawing

President Donald Trump outlined tariffs on BRICS nations, calling the bloc “against the dollar” and warning of 100% tariffs if they pursued de-dollarisation, amid India’s push to uphold multilateral trade rules.

At UNGA, Russia, Bhutan and BRICS rally behind India’s bid for permanent UNSC seat

Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay made a direct appeal for change, describing India and Japan as “deserving nations” for permanent membership.

Jaishankar hosts BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting, stresses multilateralism, UN reforms

Jaishankar emphasised the need for the bloc to reinforce principles of peacebuilding, dialogue, diplomacy, and adherence to international law in a turbulent global environment.

Jaishankar to represent India at BRICS virtual summit on Monday

Brazil is the current chair of the BRICS. The 10-member grouping also includes India, China, Russia, South Africa, Indonesia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates.

BRICS leaders schedule virtual meeting to discuss Trump tariffs

The BRICS summit will follow a crucial meeting between China’s President Xi Jinping and PM Modi in Tianjin over the weekend

PM Modi invites Chinese President Xi to BRICS 2026 to be hosted by India, China offers support

India is preparing to take over the leadership of BRICS from the current president, Brazil.

Trump vs the world: How tariff backlash is pushing allies and rivals into the same camp

From Europe to Asia, governments accuse Trump of using tariffs as a political weapon. His targets aren’t just rivals like China or Russia, but even long-time allies are getting hit.

Trump wanted to break BRICS, his tariff gamble may end up doing opposite | Explained

In trying to undercut the bloc he sees as a threat to US dominance, Trump may be doing exactly what BRICS’ founders once dreamed of -- forging it into a coherent, coordinated force against American trade pressure.

US Tariffs: India must hold the line on more concessions

US tariffs on Indian exports are set to rise, influenced by geopolitical issues like India’s ties with Russia and BRICS. Negotiations for a trade deal remain complex, requiring careful diplomacy from India

'We're negotiating right now': Trump refers to BRICS, ‘tremendous’ trade deficit with India after announcing 25% tariff

Trump on Wednesday announced that the US would impose a 25 percent tariff on all goods coming from India starting August 1, plus an unspecified penalty for buying Russian crude oil and military equipment.

What's irking Trump about the BRICS bloc?

Intra-BRICS investments and trade have increased faster over the last decade, with more emphasis on local currency agreements.

‘A letter means a deal,’ says Trump on his tariff blitz, reminds BRICS of 10% hit for challenging Dollar

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that the tariff letters issued by him themselves meant trade deal with the countries.

BRICS tariff to be applied only if they adopt policies deemed 'anti-American': Report

Trump said that the US will impose an additional 10% tariff on any countries aligning themselves with so-called 'anti-American policies' of the BRICS

Why Trump is stepping up fight against BRICS nations

The BRICS group now accounts for approximately a quarter of global trade and investment flows.

BRICS do not want 'emperor': Brazil's President Lula says after Trump threat

US-Brazil relations slid into crisis after Trump criticised the high-profile coup trial of right-wing ally, ex-president Jair Bolsonaro.

Russia says BRICS not directed 'against' third countries, after Trump tariff threat

On Sunday, BRICS leaders described Trump's stop-start tariff wars as "indiscriminate," damaging, and illegal, drawing a late-night rebuke from the pugilistic US president.

India’s policy response to trade restrictions has focused on market diversification: FM Sitharaman

The minister was speaking at the BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

'Important to ensure no country uses critical minerals for its own selfish gain': PM Modi at BRICS

PM Modi's comments on critical minerals came amid concerns over China restrictions on the export of the vital resources as well as its non-transparent policy approach in the sector

India walks the thin line between BRICS and strategic independence

BRICS has severely criticised the tariff policy of the Trump administration. But this group, which represents 40% of global economic output, is not strong enough to bring about major changes in world affairs. An important reason is its internal differences 

Russia, Iran relegated to the periphery as awkward BRICS guests

Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, hosting the two-day meeting of BRICS countries, took center stage, flanked by South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa and PM Modi on either side

BRICS nations condemn Pahalgam attack; call for shunning double standards in combating terrorism

The BRICS leaders unveiled the "Rio de Janeiro Declaration" that featured the bloc's position on a number of pressing global challenges, including the threat of terrorism

'There should be no hesitation in imposing sanctions against terrorists:' PM Modi at BRICS

PM Modi told BRICS leaders that India is a victim of terror, while Pakistan is a supporter, and victims and supporters cannot be weighed on the same scale.

Without Global South, world bodies are like phones with SIM cards but no network: PM Modi At BRICS Summit

PM Modi said: "The Global South has often been a victim of double standards. Whether it is about development, distribution of resources, or security-related issues, the interests of the Global South have not been given priority."

PM Modi in Brazil: Focus on India-Brazil special partnership, Trump tariffs | Likely topics on agenda

The BRICS summit 2025 will be held without the presence of the two big bloc leaders. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not attend the meeting this year. However, the annual summit has a packed agenda.