BRICS

Can BRICS’ Multipolar Vision Survive the Bloc’s Structural Power Inequalities?

The extraordinary virtual summit of BRICS, convened on 8 September 2025 under Brazil’s rotating presidency, offered both a reaffirmation of the bloc’s multipolar ambitions and a sobering reminder of its enduring internal asymmetries. While the grouping — now enlarged and...
Akash Missile System

Akash Missile: India Pitches Akash Missile System to Brazil as Defence Ties Deepen

India is reported to have proposed the supply of its indigenously developed Akash surface-to-air missile system to Brazil, as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held wide-ranging talks with Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi on Wednesday. According to officials...
Vladimir Putin, China Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi

Trump’s Tariffs: How Washington’s Punishment Is Driving BRICS Closer Together

When Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, few doubted he would double down on his trademark trade wars. What few predicted was that his sweeping tariffs would reshape the geopolitics of the world’s largest emerging economies,...
Canadian Roshel Senator Armored Vehicles

Brazil’s Federal Military Police Enhances Tactical Capabilities with Acquisition of Canadian Roshel Senator Armored Vehicles for Special Forces

The Government of the Federal District (GDF) has procured six Roshel Senator armored vehicles for the Polícia Militar do Distrito Federal (PMDF). This high-profile acquisition, involving both Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) and Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) variants, reflects a broader...
TD-150 integrates a Miss Distance Indicator (MDI) for recording the proximity of intercept attempts

Brazil Unveils ATD-150: First Fully Indigenous Jet-Powered UAV Signals a New Chapter in Defense Technology

In a bold step for Brazil’s defense and aerospace industries, Nest Design Aerospace has officially introduced the ATD-150 — the first 100% domestically designed jet-powered unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in the country’s history. Developed as an advanced aerial target drone,...
Iran UCAV Kaman 22

Brazil’s Drone Dilemma: Seeking ITAR-Free UAVs as Iran Showcases Kaman 22 at LAAD2025

Strategic Shift in Latin America’s Defense Landscape Brazil has signaled its intent to acquire armed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) free from U.S. export restrictions, while Iran showcased its latest drone offerings at a major Latin American defense exhibition. This development...
Vladimir Putin-Anwar Ibrahim

Russia Promotes Trade and Investment with Malaysia Amid Deepening Bilateral Ties

Russia has been actively promoting trade and investment opportunities with Malaysia, highlighting its strategic importance amid evolving geopolitical dynamics. Recent months have seen a flurry of activity, with Russian ministers and business delegations visiting Malaysia to solidify economic ties. These...
Indonesia and Brazil Unite in Aviation

Indonesia and Brazil Unite in Aviation: Embraer, PTDI Forge Strategic Partnership

In a landmark agreement that underscores the strengthening ties between Brazil and Indonesia, Embraer, a global leader in aerospace manufacturing, and PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI), Indonesia’s premier aerospace company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore strategic collaborations...
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier

Michel Barnier to Visit Italy: A Bid to Strengthen Franco-Italian Relations and Shape EU Trade Policy

Franco-Italian relations and influence European Union trade policy, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is set to visit Italy early next month. The announcement, made during a Paris conference co-organized by leading French, Italian, and German business associations, underscores France's efforts...
G20 leaders

G20’s Ambitious Words Fall Flat as Leaders Fail to Agree on Critical Climate and Hunger Measures

The Group of 20 (G20) leaders concluded their annual summit in Brazil on Tuesday, leaving analysts and observers underwhelmed with the outcomes of their joint declaration. The meeting, which brought together the world’s major economies, failed to meet expectations, particularly...
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