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In this video, we explore the most recent events from the BRICS conference, when the leaders of South Africa, Brazil, Russia, India, and China demanded major changes to the UN. The newest announcement from these rising economic powers underscores the growing desire for modifications to the composition and functions of the United Nations, especially the Security Council, as they continue to establish their influence on the international scene. The BRICS countries contend that the post-World War II structure in place today is insufficient to represent the realities of the twenty-first century, particularly the emergence of developing economies. We examine the main tenets of the BRICS reform agenda, such as the demand for more equitable global governance and increased representation for developing nations. The leaders stressed that in order for the UN to continue to be relevant and effective, it must change with the geopolitical environment. Although this push for reform is not new, it is gaining traction
