BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars strain bloc

BRICS leaders are meeting in New Delhi this weekend as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and U.S.-China tensions test the group's unity. India, the host, aims to balance its ties with China and Russia against growing partnerships with the U.S. and Western powers. The group has expanded to 11 members, representing half the world’s population. However, its size exposes divisions due to competing interests. Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East highlight these challenges.

India sees the summit as a chance to engage with China and manage its strategic relationships. BRICS also aims to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar but faces hurdles in achieving this goal.

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