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The countries that make up the BRICS house more than 40% of the global population and account for over a third of the world economy. With a reformist agenda for the international order, the group works to increase its global influence.

The declaration from the summit of the bloc, which is taking place in Russia, advocates for changes in international organizations, allowing more space for less developed countries. Brazil’s President Lula participated online. Thirteen new countries will be invited to join BRICS as partner states.