259. What is BRICS? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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BRICS is expanding. The group now contains 11 large and powerful economies – Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. However,… what exactly is BRICS? What is its purpose? And why is it expanding? Let’s discuss these questions today!



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Vocabulary


Emerging Economies (phrase) - Developing nations experiencing rapid growth and industrialization.
Institution (n) - An established organization or system, typically with specific goals, rules, and functions.
Multilateral Organization (n) - An international institution involving multiple countries that collaborate and make decisions collectively.
Expansion (n) - The act of becoming larger, more extensive, or broader in scope.
Convention (n) - A formal meeting where individuals or groups gather to discuss and address specific issues or topics.
Global Order (n) - The system or arrangement of power, governance, and international relations among nations on a global scale.
Sanction (n) - Official measures or penalties imposed as a means of pressure or punishment for specific actions or policies.
Alliance (n) - A formal agreement or partnership between two or more parties, often nations, for mutual support or cooperation


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