At the BRICS summit in Kazan, President Denis Sassou Nguesso of the Republic of Congo expressed profound gratitude to President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation for convening the gathering. He emphasized the crucial role of collaboration among BRICS nations in addressing the interests of the Global South.
“The expansion of the ‘BRICS Plus’ group shows that more and more countries of the Global South are embracing the idea of creating a new, fairer, and more prosperous world order,” President Sassou Nguesso stated during the summit’s outreach format meeting. He underscored that the countries of the South advocate for the creation of alternative global financial mechanisms that would manage the global economy more equitably and align with their legitimate national interests. “Today, here on the banks of the Volga, an event is taking place that will determine the future of the world, which is facing unprecedented economic challenges.”
President Sassou Nguesso highlighted the necessity for alternative financial instruments that reflect the legitimate aspirations of their countries, noting that the decisions made in this forum would significantly impact the future of the world. He emphasized the need to respond to economic challenges that remain largely unaddressed and called for the reform of international financial institutions to better represent current economic realities and the aspirations of their peoples.
The President reaffirmed the Republic of Congo’s commitment to the creation of BRICS+ nations, focusing on peace and multilateral progress. He underscored the growing importance of economic and political cooperation between Southern nations, advocating for shared interests and cultural ties that bind these countries together.
Furthermore, President Sassou Nguesso urged the BRICS+ countries to implement joint initiatives in education and culture to enrich intercultural dialogue. He highlighted the Republic of Congo’s longstanding commitment to environmental protection as part of its fight against climate change.
In light of the UN General Assembly’s resolution on the world decade of reforestation, the President called on BRICS+ nations to intensify cooperation in preserving ecosystems and biodiversity. He stressed the crucial role of forests in climate regulation and appealed for collective efforts to protect the environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
In conclusion, President Sassou Nguesso reiterated the importance of collaboration among BRICS+ nations in addressing shared challenges and advancing sustainable development for the benefit of all humanity.
