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What is the significance of BRICS?

As the BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) grow, so too does their impact and influence on the international business landscape. Many economists believe that BRICS nations have the potential to become global superpowers in the future, meaning a shift in the international, geopolitical power balance.

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