The 15th summit of the BRICS nations, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, released a declaration on August 24. The nations underscored the need for a more democratic and efficient UN, specifically advocating for an inclusive Security Council that adequately represents emerging nations from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Ukraine was mentioned once, […]
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