国际观察丨“大金砖合作”彰显更强“南方力量”

Group 1 - The upcoming BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro will focus on strengthening cooperation among Global South countries and promoting inclusive and sustainable governance [1][2] - The BRICS group has expanded to include Indonesia and ten partner countries, enhancing its representation and influence on the international stage [2][3] - BRICS countries account for over half of the world's population and nearly 30% of the global economy, with a projected GDP growth rate of 4% in 2024, surpassing the global average of 3.3% [2][3] Group 2 - Brazil, as the rotating chair, has identified six priority areas for BRICS cooperation, including global health, trade and investment, climate change, AI governance, multilateralism, and security architecture reform [3][6] - The BRICS mechanism provides a platform for Southern countries to voice their concerns and collaborate on issues like climate change and sustainable development [3][6] - The BRICS cooperation is seen as a response to rising unilateralism and protectionism, aiming to promote multilateralism and equitable global governance [6][7] Group 3 - China plays a crucial role in the BRICS mechanism, advocating for open and inclusive cooperation and driving the expansion of the group [7][8] - Initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and the establishment of the New Development Bank in Shanghai are pivotal in enhancing cooperation among BRICS and other developing countries [7][8] - The concept of a community with a shared future for mankind proposed by China is viewed as a guiding principle for BRICS nations, fostering a collaborative global governance approach [8]