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BRICS: Over 50 countries gather in South Africa

Leaders from China, Russia, South Africa, India and Brazil are gathering this week to discuss plans for expansion, trades deals and de-dollarization.

The BRICS group of developing economies – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa meet in Johannesburg this week for their annual summit.

Top of the agenda will be its expansion. Twenty-three countries have formally expressed an interest in joining the group, while officials have said a total of 40 are seeking membership. We find out why this economic group is so important.

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