INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
(Analysis) The BRICS diplomatic bloc will convene in Russia later this month, with two of its members, Moscow and Tehran, currently
embroiled in conflicts.Security is on the official agenda
Analysts worry that Russia and China might push for military discussions within the group.This could potentially lead to a future military
membership adds to this trend, given its involvement in the Israel-Hamas conflict
(Photo Internet reproduction)They exchange drones and missiles for fighter jets
This plan would favor Russia.International analysts believe Moscow will use the summit to gain political support
It may also seek new military partnerships and possibly start discussions about turning BRICS into a military alliance.Dr
Gunther Rudzit, a political science expert, warns of potential consequences for Brazil
He says joining these military agreements could make Brazil lose access to Western military equipment.Brazil has a history of relations with
Most of its military arsenal comes from NATO countries
Defense StrategyThis allowed Brazil to buy advanced combat equipment and participate in joint exercises with the US
The navy has trained in the Black Sea with NATO forces
The air force flies Swedish-made Gripen jets
Brustolin warns that misaligning foreign policy with defense strategy is risky.Replacing NATO equipment with Russian or Chinese weapons
would cost billions and be economically unfeasible
President Lula has been moving closer to China and Russia in his third term.He shares their vision of a new world order based on
Lula has questioned US hegemony and supported the idea of a BRICS common currency.He has made statements interpreted as supporting Putin in
This stance worries analysts about Brazil potentially joining a BRICS military alliance.The BRICS group already has a Working Group on
They discuss terrorism, cybersecurity, and information sharing
Recent meetings have emphasized the need for defense cooperation.Russia organized the 14th such meeting this year
Putin participated and held bilateral talks with member countries
Topics included the future world order and overcoming Western-imposed rules.Some analysts view the military alliance discussions as Russian
caused by Western sanctions
in forming a BRICS military alliance
China and India, both BRICS members, have long-standing border disputes.Individual country interests may override alliance formation
Forming a military alliance requires a willingness to die for other countries and spend money on defense
The BRICS countries may not be ready for such commitments.Existing bilateral military agreements among BRICS members may make a formal
For example, Iran and Russia already trade drones
China sells microchips to Russia, supporting its military production.These arrangements have led to Western sanctions on Chinese companies
The future of BRICS militarization remains uncertain, but its potential impact on global politics is significant.
