During the recent BRICS summit in Brazil, leaders from emerging markets addressed significant global issues, condemning the increase of tariffs imposed by the United States and denouncing the ongoing attacks on Iran. Amidst Middle East tensions, the bloc highlighted concerns regarding recent conflicts in Gaza and expressed a unified call for reforms in international law. Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the obsolescence of traditional globalization, asserting that the future belongs to emerging economies. Despite some internal divisions, the summit served as a platform for BRICS leaders to align on a joint statement advocating for a more equitable global economy and to reinforce their role in addressing geopolitical challenges.