Tensions between the US and China could come to a head early this year, posing another risk to the global economy
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China demanded an end to ‘collective punishment’ inflicted on Gaza, at a virtual summit chaired by President Cyril Ramaphosa
The US president could pay dearly at the polls, as the global economy counts the costs of fracturing
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In a polarised world, Ramaphosa’s administration dodged some fatal bullets in the past five months that carried some hard long-term risks
Sultan Al Angari said Saudi Arabia would like to ensure that joining would not lead to alignment against other countries or groups, and did not affect the kingdom’s political positions
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To realise sustainable growth, the economic superpower must change tack, and South Africa must be ready to adjust
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Iran polarised the five member states, with Russia fighting aggressively for its inclusion in the bloc, according to insiders
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After moving past the Putin will-he-won’t-he brouhaha, we can focus on the great impact Brics can have on member countries and the world
A drama-free summit reminds the opposition that Cyril is still running the show
The meeting is first between the two leaders since border conflict intensified in 2020
Brics chair, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the bloc’s expansion, which includes two African country
Iran, which was favoured by the Russians, is said to have also received the nod from the Brazilians, but various sanctions are likely to be its stumbling blockÂ
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Wu Peng says China will maintain its non-interference foreign policy
China’s Xi Jinping, the leader of the biggest economy in the bloc, said the world is at a ‘critical juncture’ amid growing trade tensions
The minister of trade and industry said South Africa will keep an eye on superpower’s slowing growth, given its effect on the global economy
The country’s trade is skewed towards the West, the finance minister said ahead of the Brics summit
The nuclear-armed nations have a tense relationship because of disputed territories at multiple border areas
The international relations minister called the bloc the chief architects of a new global order
The two countries have a mutually beneficial future in mind at the Brics summit
Stavros Nicolaou says Brics expansion will benefit SA businesses
Its strategic location, GDP and large population make the North African country a suitable candidate
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Will the Biden administration heed the advice of its oldest and most famous diplomat?
Cyril Ramaphosa turned to China’s President Xi Jinping to sway Russia’s Vladimir Putin on virtual participation
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Resisting Western influence and retaining our autonomy must be essential components of our international agenda
Recent policy reversals have left investors optimistic about the country but more is needed to ensure long-term growth
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent shock waves around the world. As the International Crisis Group shows, several other crises loom
Recent meeting with Putin exposes a cooling of China’s ‘no limits’ partnership with Russia
Will the West be able to summon the fortitude to oppose Tsar Putin?
Easing of restrictions marks a shift in policy, but Beijing’s stance remains hazy and inconsistent
China security forces detained people Monday at the scene of a rare demonstration
‘The China threat’ provides Sunak with a way to divert attention from his domestic problems but he needs to tread carefully
Neither side is willing to push the other and no agreements or concessions are likely to be reached