Tag: Geopolitics
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The Rise of BRICS and a New World Order
The BRIC alliance, formed in 2001 and evolving into BRICS+ with additional nations, represents a significant geopolitical force. Accounting for over 40% of the global population and GDP, BRICS+ seeks reform in global governance, challenging Western-led institutions. It emphasizes multipolarity, economic independence, and equitable representation in international decision-making.
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From Altruism to Strategy: Understanding Africa’s Rising Role in Geopolitics
The history of Western assistance or investment in Africa has been altruistic and born out of colonial guilt. For decades, Africa has been on the periphery of geopolitics. In other words, the continent was treated as a non-entity in the power play of global politics. That narrative, however, is changing. The overall structure and organization…
