Saudi Arabia has taken a major step toward sustainable finance with the issuance of its first sovereign green bond in February 2025. The bond received an overwhelming response from global investors, being oversubscribed six times. This strong demand underscores growing confidence in Saudi Arabia’s economic outlook and its commitment to environmentally responsible investment opportunities.
China is investing heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen its economy and global influence, with a strong focus on sectors like healthcare, finance, and public security. By implementing AI in areas such as diagnostics and autonomous vehicles. China aims to drive significant advancements. Cities like Beijing and Shanghai are becoming key hubs for AI innovation, supported by government initiatives, research zones, and financial incentives.
As BRICS expands with new members in 2025, its Contingent Reserve Arrangement is evolving from a simple financial safety net into a powerful instrument of economic sovereignty. This analysis examines how the CRA is challenging IMF dominance, supporting Global South economies, and reshaping international finance without Western-imposed austerity measures.
South Africa's cannabis industry has the potential to generate substantial revenue and jobs, but faces regulatory uncertainty. Despite a 2018 court ruling legalising private use and cultivation, recent policy changes highlight the challenges of balancing economic opportunity with public health concerns. South Africa's experience offers valuable lessons for other countries considering cannabis legalisation.
The expansion of BRICS+ into the MENA region, with the inclusion of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Iran, is reshaping global economic dynamics and investment flows.
This analysis examines how India's engagement with Africa has evolved from the focused TEAM-9 initiative of 2004 to today's comprehensive partnerships spanning trade, technology, infrastructure, and education. As India-Africa bilateral trade surpasses $90 billion and BRICS expands to include African nations, India positions itself as a crucial bridge between Africa and Asia in the emerging multipolar world order.
China's unprecedented surge in renewable energy development is reshaping the global energy landscape. With record-breaking investments in solar, wind, and battery technology, China has not only become the world's largest clean energy producer but is actively driving down costs worldwide. China's strategic vision and ambitious targets are accelerating the global transition to sustainable energy, despite ongoing challenges with grid infrastructure and coal dependency.
On Human Rights Day, Dr Iqbal Survé urges reflection on our moral responsibilities and the ongoing struggle for justice and equality in South Africa.
Explore how the e-commerce industry is reshaping Africa's retail landscape, with projected revenues reaching $39. 44 billion by 2025 and the driving forces behind this transformation.
BRICS+ is emerging as a global grain powerhouse, controlling over 50% of production and reshaping agricultural trade. With the 2024 launch of the BRICS+ Grain Exchange, the bloc is reducing reliance on Western markets, stabilisng prices, and enhancing food security. Much like OPEC with oil, BRICS+ could soon dictate global grain supply and pricing, redefining economic sovereignty.
As former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces potential imprisonment, his son's appeal to the Trump administration highlights the complex web of US-Brazil relations. This analysis explores the historical US influence in Latin America, current economic tensions, and the shifting global alliances reshaping international politics.
In the fields of cybersecurity and quantum computing, BRICS has become a powerful influence. These countries are upending the Western powers' long-standing technical domination by utilizing their combined strengths and encouraging cooperation, opening the door to a more safe and multipolar digital future.
Egypt is transforming into Africa's pharmaceutical powerhouse, with 90% of drugs now produced locally. Through strategic BRICS partnerships, billion-dollar investments, and cutting-edge technology, Egypt is revolutionising healthcare access across Africa while building a $3 billion export industry by 2030. From vaccine manufacturing to Egyptian medical tourism, Cairo's ambitious vision is reshaping the continent's healthcare landscape.
Brazil's $161 billion healthcare market represents Latin America's largest medical ecosystem, where innovative public-private partnerships are reshaping care delivery for 214 million citizens. Despite ranking 125th globally in healthcare efficiency, Brazil's unique dual system has achieved remarkable success in reducing mortality rates and expanding access to underserved communities. This analysis explores how investment opportunities and systematic reforms are transforming the nation's healthcare landscape.
Explore how the G20 and BRICS+ are reshaping global economics and politics in a rapidly changing world.
The petrodollar system, which mandates that most oil transactions be made in U. S. dollars, has controlled the world oil market for decades. The dollar's standing as the world's reserve currency has been strengthened by this system, which has given the US a distinct kind of economic hegemony and enabled Washington to exercise considerable financial influence through tools like sanctions. But by lessening their reliance on the dollar, the BRICS countries are actively changing the global energy market.
South Africa's thriving informal economy, valued at R750 billion, is transforming townships and creating unprecedented opportunities. As BRICS partnerships evolve, a groundbreaking R3. 6 billion AfDB-Standard Bank initiative aims to revolutionise informal trade, potentially benefiting over 3 million SMMEs. Discover how this untapped economic powerhouse is reshaping South Africa's future.
South Africa stands at a crucial crossroads, with its sovereignty and economic future hanging in the balance amid shifting global power dynamics. Dr Iqbal Survé explores the implications of the Trump administration's policies on the nation.
Iran’s strategic location makes it a vital hub for global trade corridors, connecting East and West through land, air, and maritime routes. Despite sanctions, its recent BRICS+ membership offers a pathway to economic resilience, enabling infrastructure development, de-dollarised trade, and stronger regional partnerships.
As global tensions reshape the semiconductor landscape, China launches an ambitious $47. 5 billion initiative to achieve AI chip independence. With the Big Fund 3 leading the charge, Beijing's push for technological self-sufficiency is transforming the global AI chip market. This analysis explores China's strategic moves, challenges, and potential impact on the future of AI semiconductor manufacturing.
Resilience is also about knowing your strengths and understanding when to seek guidance. No one succeeds alone. The ability to ask for help when needed is not a weakness — it is strategic, writes Dr Iqbal Survé.
As Egypt grapples with unprecedented inflation reaching 38% in 2023, millions of citizens are reinventing their daily lives. From market stalls to luxury boutiques, discover how Africa's third-largest economy is transforming as the Egyptian pound plummets and BRICS+ membership offers a glimmer of hope. Through personal stories and expert analysis, explore how this economic upheaval is reshaping the future of this ancient nation.
The BRICS Media Forum emerges as a powerful counterforce to Western media dominance, reshaping global narratives and giving voice to the Global South. This analysis explores how this collaborative platform is transforming international media landscapes and challenging traditional information hierarchies. Media as a Tool of Geopolitical Influence
In a world of constant uncertainty, the pursuit of purpose remains the most powerful catalyst for transformation, writes Dr Iqbal Survé.
As India and Indonesia mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, their strengthening partnership signals a transformative shift in Global South dynamics. From digital innovation to maritime security, discover how these two democratic powerhouses are crafting a blueprint for regional leadership and sustainable development.
