China backs collective BRICS action to tackle emerging global risks

China is ready to work with fellow BRICS members to jointly address urgent challenges facing humanity and to remain firmly aligned with the correct direction of global historical development, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said.

Wang made the remarks during the 16th meeting of BRICS National Security Advisors and High Representatives on National Security, where participants discussed countering non-traditional threats, combating terrorism, cybersecurity, and other key areas, Caliber.Az reports, citing Xinhua.

Wang noted that over the past two decades, BRICS has become an important pillar of global peace and development and called on member states to strengthen multilateralism while opposing unilateral actions and protectionism.

According to him, BRICS countries should promote the concept of common and sustainable security and enhance dialogue and political settlement of conflicts.

He also stressed the need for joint responses to global challenges, including terrorism threats, energy and food security issues, as well as risks associated with the development of artificial intelligence and cyberspace.

Wang further highlighted the importance of coordinating efforts in global digital governance under the central role of the United Nations.

China, which will assume BRICS chairmanship next year, expressed readiness to continue developing cooperation within the group and strengthening the role of the Global South in international affairs.

BRICS is an intergovernmental organisation of major emerging economies that promotes cooperation on economic, political, and global governance issues.

The acronym originated from "BRIC," coined in 2001 by Goldman Sachs economist Jim O'Neill to highlight the growth potential of Brazil, Russia, India, and China; the group formalised through summits starting in 2009, with South Africa joining in 2010 to form BRICS.

It has since expanded significantly, now including members such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, representing a substantial share of global population, GDP, and trade while advocating for a greater role for the Global South.

By Jeyhun Aghazada