Analysis Argues Trump's Push Against BRICS Could Strengthen the Bloc

An opinion article published by Al Jazeera on September 12 argues that US President Donald Trump's attempts to weaken the BRICS bloc of emerging economies could end up having the opposite effect, potentially encouraging more nations to align with the group.

According to the piece, Trump has expressed hostility toward BRICS, an alliance that includes Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa along with newer members, viewing it as a challenge to US-led economic and geopolitical influence, particularly regarding the US dollar's status as the world's reserve currency.

The article's author suggests that Trump's rhetoric and policy actions aimed at countering BRICS have instead drawn attention to the bloc and its aims, potentially making it more appealing to countries seeking alternatives to Western-dominated financial and diplomatic systems.

The opinion piece does not provide specific data or figures on BRICS membership trends but frames its argument around the broader dynamic of US pressure inadvertently serving as a catalyst for the bloc's growth or cohesion.

Al Jazeera published the analysis as part of its opinions section, which typically features commentary from outside contributors and does not necessarily reflect the news organization's institutional position.