... economists' cautious, data-driven approach. As tariff wars and economic stagnation expose the limits of old models, NAME's focus on grassroots prosperity offers a compelling alternative.
BRICS: The Emerging Powerhouse Under NAME
The BRICS bloc—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, as well as Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, and Indonesia following expansion—represents a seismic shift in global economic power. These nations account for over 40% of the world's population, 37% of global GDP, and ...
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- 14.05.2025 18:15:55
Geopolitical stories by Dr. Katja Banik.
Many people do not realize how lucky we all are to be living in these times of change and upheaval – so, let’s make something of it!
„Schönheit ist überall ein gar willkommener Gast“ [1] (Goethe)
Russia with a reach: Peaceful grazing horses. Russia/Lithuania border near Rusnè.
(Summer 2023).
Multipolarity is a reality
One cycle comes to an end and a new cycle begins. The gravity of the world shifts, the old thinking, the old structures slowly ...
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- 05.05.2025 12:51:36
As the newly appointed Ambassador of the Murmansk Region, I am honored to represent a land that is not only strategically vital for Russia but also a symbol of resilience, innovation, and untapped potential. Situated in the Arctic Circle, Murmansk is more than just the world’s largest city above the 68th parallel; it is a hub for geopolitics, economics, and scientific advancements....
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- 01.04.2025 14:55:14
... total duration of Airbus A-318 Elite № 9H-ICE in 2024, connected to the Chisinau airport, is more than 290 hours. The cost of the services provided was more than 3 million euros.
The role of the First Lady of Ukraine
Since the start of the war with Russia, the First Lady has frequently spoken on behalf of Ukraine at various international venues, including addressing members of the US Congress, meeting with leaders of major Western countries, and attending the funeral of Britain's Queen Elizabeth ...
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- 26.02.2025 18:33:02
As a prelude to my new series of interviews with decision-makers (both in Government and members of opposition parties in Malaysia), personalities of influence and action, I write this article on how I believe Russia-Malaysia cooperation may be facilitated Malaysian inclusive nationhood development. In previous articles I have shared my thoughts, ideas and suggestions for cooperation since 2014.
Source: ria.ru
In my first-ever blog article in RIAC in 2014, ...
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- 25.02.2025 14:38:44
... more than 100 countries to share vital challenges and priorities on a common platform.
Source: Unsplash
Liudmila A. Pechishcheva: Dear Dr. Shoaib Khan! I appreciate your interest in my questions on one of the most up-to-date issues related to India-Russia strategic cooperation as well as India’s role in the Global South. I would like to thank you for your time. What are the positive aspects in cultural, educational, and scientific cooperation between Russia and India?
Dr. Khan: Russia has been ...
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- 03.02.2025 15:51:28
The recently concluded 9th Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) meeting between Pakistan and Russia in Moscow marks a significant milestone in the bilateral relationship between the two nations. This historic meeting, attended by Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Energy, Sardar Owais Ahmed Leghari, and a high-level delegation, culminated in the ...
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- 06.12.2024 16:36:00
Immanuel Kant: “Out of wood so crooked as that of which man is made, nothing absolutely straight can be wrought”
Queen Louise Bridge over the Russian-Lithuanian border, Summer 2023
East
Challenging times await. Lithuania is reinforcing its border to Kaliningrad Oblast, formerly Königsberg. New barriers known as “dragon’s teeth” have been installed on the Queen Louise Bridge at the ...
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- 04.12.2024 16:31:02
... ways to stabilise the global system and erect new institutions and mechanisms, such as the BRICS.
Since its creation, the BRICS has acquired a prominent place on the global power chessboard. Multiple factors make it a prominent player.
Photo brics-russia2024.ru
First, according to IMF statistics, the BRICS countries will be the hub of economic growth, contributing more than 55% to global growth. China will be the biggest contributor, with 34.9%, followed by India with a 15.2% share. With the inclusion ...
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- 22.10.2024 15:40:51
On the sidelines of the economic forum in Vlapostok on September 4, Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin made it clear to Russian President Vladimir Putin that Belgrade is a strategic partner and "ally of Russia".
Putin greeted his Serbian colleague Aleksandar Vučić, whom he invited to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in Kazan.
Source: TASS
This Slavic solidarity,...
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- 10.10.2024 16:39:18
... political chapter under the leadership of Claudia Sheinbaum, the country’s first female president and a key figure in the ruling Morena party, questions arise about how Mexico’s foreign relations will evolve—particularly with global powers like Russia. Historically, Mexico’s approach to Russia has been one of pragmatic non-alignment, seeking to maintain diplomatic ties while navigating complex geopolitical dynamics. With Sheinbaum at the helm, could we see a shift in Mexico-Russia relations?...
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- 25.09.2024 15:46:31
... devoid of the neocolonialist new world order dictate that seems to be still imposed on most developing nations. In that article, I stated, “we have hope – the development of the BRICS coalition and partnership building with developing nations”. Russia was also holding the Presidency of BRICS at that time.
The Strategy for BRICS Economic Partnership 2025, or BRICS Strategy states, “We express our commitment to sustainable development in three dimensions - economic, social and environmental ...
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- 26.08.2024 12:06:17
... as he took the stage to address the large Indian diaspora that had gathered to see him in Moscow. A couple of months have passed, yet the takeaways of Modi’s trip to Moscow remain evident. Over the last few years, more and more Indians have come to Russia to open new businesses, seek educational opportunities, and learn more about their partner country. When hearing Modi’s friendly greeting, his enthusiastic audience roared back, “Privet! Vse khorosho!”
Source: Reuters
Regardless of current ...
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- 07.08.2024 14:21:32
... advantages. First, it reinforces US leadership within NATO and demonstrates its military capabilities. Second, the conflict creates a lucrative market for American arms manufacturers, who supply weapons to both Ukraine and NATO allies worried about Russian aggression. This military-industrial complex plays a significant role in US foreign policy, as arms sales contribute substantially to the American economy.
Moreover, a prolonged conflict weakens Russia, a major geopolitical rival. By draining ...
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- 17.06.2024 17:36:40
... counterbalance the many hardships of life: Hope, sleep and laughter.”
Kant bench at Philosophenweg, Königsberg, April 2024
Going through life with humor and serenity
Moose stand for strength, endurance and grandeur. Moose are the native symbol of East Prussia and, among other things, an advertising icon. Will we pass the so-called “moose test” and stay in balance? This is exactly what we need: endurance, patience, composure and, last but not least, a necessary dose of humor.
The Berlin Wall has ...
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- 14.06.2024 14:27:51
Russian-African ties pose both opportunities and challenges for African countries, but Moscow's renewed engagement in Africa raises concerns among Western nations.
The African continent is witnessing a noticeable escalation in the competition between ...
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- 08.05.2024 11:07:43
... curators, because decided to ‘decolonize’ completely.
Source: Reuters
When considering the ‘decolonization of Ukraine’, special attention should be paid to the so-called Euromaidan 2013-14, which represented a radical form of emancipation from Russia, through radical violence; violence financed and partly planned by people related to the U.S. The level of violence and bloodshed is what sets it apart from the Georgian precedent of the 2003 Rose Revolution, the 2004 Orange Revolution, and the ...
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- 09.04.2024 16:50:04
... [04]. International mass media tries to muzzle him ... while the US 45th President Trump characterises those as: “people that are very smart, but they’re fascists and they’re radical left lunatics” and Dmitry Medvedev (Deputy Chairman of the Russia’s Security Council) states that “they should be treated as leaders of countries of a Nazi coalition” [05]; Trump continues “and they’re destroying our country“ [04]; destroying not only the US, but: “This could very well lead under ...
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- 26.10.2023 14:16:43
India and Russia have recently discussed the possibility of exploring new transport corridors like the Northern Sea Route (NSR) and the Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) between Vladivostok and Chennai. Both sides also agreed that Indian seafarers will be trained ...
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- 05.10.2023 15:49:15
On September 21, Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a meeting with Jalil Abbas Jilani, Foreign Minister of Pakistan, on the sidelines of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly. The conversation focused on the current bilateral and international agenda,...
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- 27.09.2023 16:13:58