Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance

BRICS is a channel for dialog and a space to defend the multipolar world

BRICS is responsible for 24% of the world's commercial exchanges and represents 39% of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP). International relations experts underscore that the group's economic power has contributed to its political relevance as a collaboration and cooperation forum that strengthens a multipolar and less unequal world.

HEALTH

Under Brazilian leadership, BRICS proposes Global Partnership to eliminate inequalities-related diseases

With a focus on health equity, Brasil proposes an integrated agenda for the BRICS to combat socially determined diseases, such as tuberculosis and child diarrhea, which affect vulnerable populations. The initiative includes cooperation in research, vaccine production, and multi-sectoral policies inspired by Programa Brasil Saudável.

TOURISM

BRICS Tourism Working Group initiates debate on actions to develop the sector

Representatives from the eleven member countries dedicated two days to addressing the importance of regional tourism and other issues. Strengthening Global South cooperation is the main goal of the group’s Brazilian presidency

DIGITAL ECONOMY

Brasil holds webinar on the importance of the data economy for BRICS countries

Online seminar organized by the ministries of Development, Industry, Trade and Services and Foreign Affairs discussed the impact of the data economy on the development of the bloc's countries

YOUTH

Brasilia will host the VII BRICS Youth Energy Summit: registration open

Event will gather youth who act in policy making and energy professionals from all country members of the group, who will meet on June 9 and 10. Registration is open until April 15

BRICS BANK

BRICS Bank: learn how the financial mechanism that drives developing economies works

The New Development Bank (NDB) was created to finance projects on sustainability and infrastructure in the BRICS countries and offers an alternative to the traditional financial system. Understand its impact and relevance for Brasil and the world.

PEOPLE TO PEOPLE

In a groundbreaking initiative, BRICS civil society will participate in Sherpas Meeting in April

Cultural and Civil Society Exchange is one of the priority axes for the BRICS. Congregating grassroots movements, trade unions, business, academic, and/or parliamentary representatives, the People to People (P2P) platform will be a highlight under the Brazilian Presidency.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION WG

Connectivity mapping can contribute to public policy formulation

First meeting of the BRICS Information Technology and Communication presents the four priorities under the Brazilian Presidency: universal and meaningful connectivity; space sustainability; environmental sustainability, and digital ecosystem. The group will develop a meaningful connectivity map for the BRICS, laying the groundwork for public policies that ensure true inclusivity for all.