Brazil, India, Russia, China, South Africa, and other BRICS countries are expected to express "serious concern" over US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs, according to Bloomberg sources. The concerns come as leaders from these nations gather in Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS summit, hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2025/07/05/brazil-brics-countries-critical-tariffs/5561751738524/The BRICS nations are set to condemn trade-distorting tariffs imposed by the US, particularly those targeting India. The move comes in response to President Trump's recent actions, which have been seen as protectionist and detrimental to global trade. The BRICS countries, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, will likely express their disapproval at the upcoming summit. This stance is expected to be a significant departure from the usual diplomatic efforts to maintain economic cooperation among member nations.
https://www.livemint.com/politics/news/brics-set-to-condemn-trade-distorting-tariffs-in-swipe-at-trump-11751732204373.htmlIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Keith Rowley reaffirmed the need for comprehensive reforms in the United Nations Security Council. They agreed to support each other's bids for non-permanent seats on the council, with India supporting Trinidad and Tobago from 2027-28 and Trinidad and Tobago supporting India from 2028-29. The two countries have traditionally warm relations, established in 1962 when Trinidad and Tobago gained independence.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-trinidad-tobago-ink-six-pacts-to-expand-ties/article69775377.ecePrime Minister Narendra Modi called terrorism the enemy of humanity during his address to the Joint Assembly of Parliament in Trinidad and Tobago, urging the global community to stand united against it. He thanked the people and government of Trinidad and Tobago for their support in India's fight against terrorism. Modi emphasized the need for a united front to deny terrorism any shelter or space, as he also highlighted India's plans to develop AI tools to foster growth and development in the Global South, with Trinidad and Tobago being a priority.
https://indiatoday.in/india/story/prime-minister-narendra-urges-global-community-to-fight-against-terrorism-2751048-2025-07-04Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto welcomed by Indonesian Ambassador Edi Yusup and Colonel Rizal Ashwam in Brasilia, marking Indonesia's first participation at the 2025 BRICS Summit. He will visit Brazil, starting July 1, for a three-country trip to hold bilateral meetings and attend the BRICS economic conference.
https://en.tempo.co/read/2024963/prabowo-lands-in-brazil-to-join-brics-summitLi Luming, President of Tsinghua University and Chairman of the World Peace Forum, welcomed a distinguished group of attendees at the event, including former Japanese Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama and former Belgian Prime Minister Herman van Rompuy, who are among diplomatic envoys to China. Renowned experts and scholars were also in attendance, underscoring the forum's focus on promoting global peace and cooperation.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/07/05/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/13th-world-peace-forum-held-in-beijing-calls-for-shared-responsibility-in-global-peace/2144039Singapore's Prime Minister, Mr. Wong, has pledged to maintain close ties with regional and global partners to ensure the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) remains strong, effective, and relevant in the face of emerging challenges.
https://channelnewsasia.com/watch/pm-wong-calls-bolder-reforms-asean-promises-keep-bloc-effective-relevant-5222186Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Rio de Janeiro today to attend the 17th Brics Leaders' Summit hosted by Brazil. He was received by Brazilian officials and accompanied by a delegation including Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz and MPs Chiew Choon Man and Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah. Anwar is scheduled to deliver speeches on multilateralism, economic affairs, and artificial intelligence, reflecting Malaysia's commitment to strengthening global cooperation. He will also hold bilateral meetings with Brics counterparts and engage with Brazilian companies during his three-day stay in Brazil.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2025/07/05/pm-anwar-arrives-in-brazil-for-brics-summit-debut-set-to-champion-aseans-priorities/182929The BRICS summit, set to take place in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, is expected to address pressing global issues such as health, trade, investment, finance, climate change, artificial intelligence governance, peacebuilding, and security. The mention of the US by BRICS members is seen as a response to President Donald Trump's unilateral tariffs worldwide.
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