BRICS, Donald Trump and Spain

Trump targets Spain with tariffs in BRICS blunder
Spain has a meagre contribution to NATO and as a consequence, it could face 100% tariffs from the US, according to President Donald Trump, who unfortunately confused it with a BRICS country. When a journalist asked what would happen to NATO countries that do not meet the 2% spending target, Trump replied that Spain's contribution is "very low."
Trump Mistakes Spain for a BRICS Bloc Country
President Donald Trump on Monday mistakenly identified Spain as a member of the BRICS bloc, a group comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. The comment caused confusion in Madrid and raised concerns about potential tariffs.
The BRICS bloc is growing — and Trump's tariff threat isn't expected to put off aspiring members
Despite the threat of a trade war with the U.S., economists and analysts tell CNBC that this will not stop BRICS from expanding.
Nigeria is admitted as a partner country of the BRICS bloc
Nigeria has been admitted as a “partner country” of the BRICS bloc of developing economies. BRICS was formed by Brazil, Russia, India and China in 2009, with South Africa added in 2010, as a counterweight to the Group of Seven leading industrialized nations.
Trump Mistakes Spain for a Member of the BRICS Bloc and Repeats the Threat of Massive Tariffs
U.S. president Donald Trump has apparently confused Spain for a member of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, causing some head-scratching and jitters over possible tariffs in Madrid
What to Know About BRICS and Its Growing Clout
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The Challenges for BRICS in 2025 Under the Brazilian Presidency
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BRICS Aims To 'Build' Global Ties As Trump Takes Office: Brazil
Brazil will seek to build relationships and not worsen an already tense global mood, while holding the rotating presidency ...
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BRICS Expands Global Influence: Nigeria Joins as Ninth Partner in Powerful Bloc
Introduction: Nigeria Joins BRICS Partnership Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, has officially joined BRICS as its ninth partner nation. This marks a significant milestone for the bloc ...
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Brazil announces Nigeria's acceptance as BRICS partner country
SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Brazil's government announced on Friday Nigeria's acceptance as a partner country in the multinational bloc of nations known as BRICS. Brazil, which holds the bloc's ...
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BRICS aims to 'build' global ties: Brazil
Brazil will seek to build relationships and not worsen an already tense global mood, while holding the rotating presidency of ...
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Brazil announces Nigeria as BRICS partner country
According to Brazil, BRICS and Nigeria share common interests, as both actively strive to enhance cooperation among Global ...
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As Trump enters the White House again, Brazil faces a potential diplomatic crossroads. With President Lula strengthening ties ...