At a bank event in Fortaleza, Brazil’s President Lula called for equality, representing the voice of the Global South. He said, “We are the Global South and demand equality.” He believes a growing BRICS will help emerging countries. They can now demand to be treated as equals. A recent summit in South Africa added new […]
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