Wang Lei: The New Era of “Greater BRICS Cooperation” and the Development of the Global South

In recent years, the BRICS mechanism has played a pivotal role as a key platform for cooperation among emerging economies, contributing to global governance reform and the advancement of South-South cooperation. The China Forum of the Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS) at Tsinghua University has invited Dr. Sun Chenghao, a fellow at CISS, to engage in a dialogue with Professor Wang Lei, Director of the BRICS Cooperation Research Center at Beijing Normal University. Prof. Wang will review the history of BRICS cooperation, provide an in-depth analysis of its significance in the evolving global landscape, and explore how deepening “Greater BRICS Cooperation” can drive the global governance reform. He will also highlight the unique strengths of the BRICS mechanism, discuss China’s contributions, and share insights on the future prospects of BRICS cooperation.