Leaders from the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) are convening in Brazil for a two-day summit. Discussions are expected to center on trade, economic cooperation, and global governance. The summit takes place against a backdrop of escalating trade tensions, with US President Donald Trump threatening to impose an additional 10% tariff on countries perceived as aligning with the BRICS bloc. This threat adds pressure to the discussions, potentially pushing BRICS nations to strengthen their internal ties and seek alternative economic partnerships.