BRICS: How the Bloc Grew and the Challenges It Faces Today

BRICS was founded with the goal of challenging the global order long dominated by the United States and its Western allies. The bloc has grown into a significant geopolitical and economic force over the years. Its member nations collectively represent more than 40 percent of the world's population. Economically, BRICS countries account for nearly a quarter of global output. Despite its scale, the grouping continues to face internal and external challenges in asserting a unified alternative to Western-led institutions.