The BRICS have just completed their summit in Kazan, in an explosive geopolitical context. Between war in Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East and American elections, the BRICS are increasingly establishing themselves as an alternative to America !
BRICS vs America
BRICS is much more than just an economic alliance. They embody a radical civilizational project aimed at creating a multipolar world orderbreaking with Western hegemony. This vision, supported in particular by Russia and China, proposes a global alternative to the model of liberal democracy.
The BRICS constitute the core of a new revolutionary ideology to reorganize humanity on different bases: neither Western, nor Protestant, nor capitalist, nor liberal. A project that could take 30 to 40 years old to be fully realized.
Russia appears to be the spearhead of this transformation. Foreign Minister Lavrov recently validated the creation of a center for multipolarity studiessignaling the country's deep commitment in this direction.
China, more cautious but just as determined, develops its own vision of multipolarity, adapted to its national interests.
BRICS want to kill the dollar
Dedollarization is taking place on several major fronts. At the heart of this transformation is the ambitious project ofa new reserve currency common to member countries.
At the same time, BRICS are actively developing alternative payment systems intended to replace the Western SWIFT system.
The New Development Bank, based in Shanghai, is also the subject of a profound structural reform. Establishing the system BRICS Pay constitutes another major initiative aimed at facilitate international transactions between member countries.
Trade between Russia and China perfectly illustrates this development, with a gradual abandonment of the dollar in their bilateral transactions.
A difficult transition?
The transition to a new global economic system faces considerable obstacles. Multinationals, deeply anchored in the current system, demonstrate strong resistance to change.
A colossal effort of persuasion is necessary among business leaders to convince them of the advantages of a new global financial architecture.
The establishment of new financial infrastructures also poses major technical challenges. The historical weight of the Bretton Woods system, in place for almost eight decades, does not facilitate this transition.
Africa: the center of gravity of BRICS
The African continent is emerging as a major player in this global reconfiguration. The accession of theEthiopia and Egypt, followed by applications from Nigeria, Zimbabwe and other countries, testifies to a new phase of decolonization.
Ethiopia occupies a special place in this movement. Never colonizedit symbolizes African pride and resistance against Western powers. Its Christian tradition makes it an important cultural bridge between the different civilizations of the continent.
The African continent sees in BRICS a historic opportunity for transformation. Emancipation from Western influence constitutes a first fundamental objective for these nations.
Nigeria stands out as a central actor in this dynamic. Its rich Yoruba culture and its considerable demographic weight give it a special status. The country has the natural resources and human capital necessary to become a major pole of this new global configuration.
Turkey's crucial role
Turkey's potential entry into BRICS marks a historical turning point unprecedented. For the first time, a NATO member country is actively seeking to join this alternative alliance.
Erdogan's choice reflects a Eurasian strategy particularly complex and ambitious. Maintaining ties with NATO remains a priority for Ankara, which at the same time cultivates privileged relations with Russia, China and India.
This unique position allows Turkey to position itself as an essential pivotal power between the West and the East.
The Turkish decision faces considerable internal resistance. The Turkish establishment, more than 90% of which remain deeply attached to the country's Atlanticist orientation, is showing its reluctance.
The economic elites continue to favor historical links with the European Union, fearing the consequences of too radical a change of alliance.
Turkish society itself finds itself crossed by a permanent tension between its traditional aspirations and its desire for modernization.
The changing Middle East
The conflict in Gaza has profoundly changed regional dynamics in the Middle East.
The normalization process between Israel and Saudi Arabia came to a sudden halt in the face of intensifying violence.
The ambitious l2U2 corridor project, supposed to connect India to Europe via the Middle East, is now called into question.
Faced with this situation, several Arab countries began to turn towards the BRICS, seeing a credible alternative to Western influence.
The Saudi kingdom, under the leadership of Prince Mohammed Ben Salmane, pursues a particularly complex balancing act.
The country constantly oscillates between its desire to join BRICS and the need to preserve its historic alliance with the United States.
Saudi society itself is going through a period of profound transformation, seeking to reconcile the imperatives of modernization desired by MBS with the weight of Wahhabi tradition.
The decisive role of Brazil within BRICS
The future Brazilian BRICS presidency in 2025 promises to be a decisive moment for the organization. The country has considerable diplomatic capital in Africa, the result of decades of cooperation and cultural exchanges.
The deep ties that unite Brazil with the African continent, particularly through the heritage of Afro-Brazilian populations, create a unique connection between the two continents.
The integrative vision carried by President Lula reinforces this dynamic of openness and international rapprochement. The potential for expansion into other Latin American countries appears considerable, with Brazil acting as a natural bridge between BRICS and Latin America.
The Monroe Doctrine continues to exert a determining influence on the American continent.
Washington maintains a significant military presence in the region, increasing bases and defense agreements.
The economic influence of the United States remains preponderant, particularly through international financial institutions.
Countries tempted by a rapprochement with the BRICS regularly face diplomatic pressure aimed at keeping them in the American orbit.
Towards a new world order
The Kazan summit could embody this decisive tipping point long awaited by supporters of multipolarity.
The BRICS are now asserting themselves as a credible alternative to traditional Western institutions, particularly in the face of a UN widely considered obsolete.
This fundamental transformation requires the creation of an entirely new system, going beyond the Bretton Woods agreements which have structured the global economy for nearly eight decades.
Establishing new, fairer trade rules is a top priority. Recognition of the equal dignity of all civilizations constitutes the philosophical foundation of this new world order.
The establishment of truly multipolar governance represents the culmination of this alternative vision.
Philosophical implications
This revolution goes far beyond the purely geopolitical framework to reach a philosophical dimension.
Western universalism, long considered indisputable, is the subject of a profound questioning.
The different civilizations reaffirm their own identities, now refusing to conform to a single model.
New forms of international cooperation are emerging, based on mutual respect and recognition of cultural differences. A truly global thinking is taking shape, going beyond the traditional divisions between East and West.
The future of the world shaped by BRICS
The world is witnessing a radical transformation of the international order. This inexorable process is profoundly reshaping the contours of global governance.
The creation of institutions truly representative of global diversity is becoming a pressing necessity. A fundamental rebalancing of international relations is taking shape, promising a more equitable and multipolar world.
The Kazan 2024 summit is thus a crucial step in this historic transformation. It is no longer simply a question of adjusting the existing system, but of laying the foundations of a new world order. Multipolarity, long considered a utopia, is taking shape before our eyes, driven by the irresistible dynamic of the BRICS and their allies.
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