Amidst ongoing global tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting a three-day BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, with leaders from major emerging economies like China, India, South Africa, and others in attendance. This summit marks a significant gathering, showcasing a growing coalition of countries supporting Putin and challenging the dominance of the United States-led West.
Putin, along with Chinese President Xi Jinping, aims to project a message of unity and strength among BRICS nations, emphasizing their economic and political influence on the global stage. While Putin denies the group being an 'anti-Western alliance,' the summit serves as a platform to discuss shifting the global balance of power.