In the global marathon for tech supremacy, Brics’ size matters

In the global marathon for tech supremacy, Brics’ size matters

[South China Morning Post] - 01/22/2025

Collaborative, flexible Brics gives leading members China and Russia a significant advantage over the increasingly defensive and restrictive West.



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