BRICS Expert Council – Russia Unveiled the Results of BRICS Cooperation
The exclusive report "BRICS Cooperation Progress According to BTTC Indicator System" was prepared by the BRICS Expert Council – Russia with the support from the BRICS Think Tank Council (BTTC) following Russia's Chairship in BRICS in 2024. The rating employs a comprehensive system of indicators that showcases the strides made in collaboration among member nations across various domains, highlighting key achievements and pinpointing areas that call for deeper engagement.
Over the 15 years of its existence, BRICS has emerged as a formidable force in global politics, embodying a clear shift toward a multipolar world. With the recent wave of expansion in 2024 under Russian leadership, the group has solidified its position as a pioneer representing the interests of the Global Majority, significantly increasing the contributions of its member states to the global economy, trade, and innovation. The BRICS nations have made remarkable progress in cooperation across multiple domains, including economics and trade, international peace and security, humanitarian cooperation and people-to-people contacts. Each area has witnessed substantial advancements: diverse formats of cooperation have been established at all levels, fostering expert dialogue and civil society engagement, while authoritative institutions like the New Development Bank have been successfully launched.
All these changes require an in-depth study of BRICS as a global player: its contributions to worldwide progress, key achievements across various domains, and its role in tackling global challenges and development issues. The report titled "BRICS Cooperation Progress According to BTTC Indicator System" is presented in English and delves into the group's accomplishments in several critical areas:
- Financial indicators and cooperation in finance
- Economic development and trade
- Climate and sustainable development
- Sustainable development and resources
- Education and technology
Victoria Panova
"This is the first time we are publishing this kind of report. Throughout 2024, our experts have meticulously worked to incorporate all relevant indicators into this document. I am confident that this report will serve as a useful resource for exploring the future development of BRICS and enhancing its global influence. As the group's political and economic significance continues to grow, a thorough analysis is essential for moving forward."
Each section of the report offers an in-depth analysis of BRICS achievements, aligned with the indicator system established by the BRICS Think Tank Council during the 2020 BRICS Academic Forum. The statistical data is illustrated through graphs, each accompanied by captions. Each section examines a relevant development area, concluding with findings and recommendations highlighting lines of work that require deeper cooperation within the group.
The report concludes with a comprehensive overview of key focus areas and proposed solutions to unlock the potential for further advancement of BRICS to help it promote the aspirations of the Global Majority.
The report will be published on a regular basis to capture the evolving dynamics of interaction within BRICS.
The BRICS Expert Council – Russia was established at HSE University by order of the Russian Federation Government at the initiative of the Russian Foreign Ministry and the Russian Ministry of Finance. The Council focuses on expert analysis and research on pressing issues related to political, socio-economic, and humanitarian cooperation within BRICS.