Putin: BRICS is open to global cooperation
Russian President emphasizes that the bloc is not building its work in opposition to anyone
Quick Look
- Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi that the bloc seeks global cooperation rather than isolation.
- He emphasized that BRICS is not operating in opposition to any party and aims to boost trade and economic ties.
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Why It Matters
The BRICS Business Forum serves as a platform for member nations to discuss economic integration and project development.
NEW DELHI, September 11. /TASS/. BRICS does not wish to cut itself off and is ready to cooperate with the entire world, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the group's Business Forum.
"We do not want to limit ourselves in any way or turn inward – whether at the national, corporate, or even at the level of our partnership as a whole. We are not building our work in opposition to anyone," Putin noted.
"We stand for ourselves and our own interests, yet we are ready to cooperate with all our partners," he said, adding that BRICS is prepared for cooperation with the whole world.
The head of state expressed confidence that the Business Forum would serve as a mechanism to "give fresh impetus to the development of trade and economic ties and help realize numerous ideas and projects, including in infrastructure, logistics, finance, and technological cooperation, among other areas."
According to the President, the National Committee on BRICS Business Cooperation has been established in Russia to step up these efforts, including representatives from more than 40 of the country's largest companies.
Open Questions
- What specific infrastructure projects are prioritized?
- How will the National Committee coordinate with other BRICS members?
