Maria João Tomás stated that the world is going through a time of change and that the BRICS intend to participate actively in this process of global transformation.
In her speech, Maria João Tomás addressed the internal balances and rivalries between the bloc's powers, highlighting tensions between China and India as determining factors in the group's dynamics.
The intervention also included an analysis of the positioning of countries such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt, which have been taking on increasingly relevant roles in the BRICS context.
Maria João Tomás also warned about the impacts of Middle East instability on maritime routes and international trade, underlining the interconnection between regional conflicts and the global economy.




