The BRICS group, a coalition of emerging economies, has finalized its expansion plans. Meeting in Kazan, Russia, the current members have selected ten new countries to join their ranks. In addition, this decision marks a significant shift in the global economic landscape. Cuba and Bolivia have received invitations to join BRICS. However, Venezuela and Nicaragua, […]
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