Russia vs Ukraine

[Hacky McAxe]

A worry for us.

It's definitely concerning, but there are some caveats. BRICS is being carried by China, just like how the rest of the world is being carried by the US. But China's economy is currently in a massive downturn. After Covid, most economies bounced back. China didn't, and it's still in decline. It will get out of it eventually, but right now it's not in any position.

That said, when China do bounce back, BRICS will control around 1/4 of the global economy. That amount could rise if they bring in more countries. And they're already looking likely to pick up Africa's richest nations soon.

 

[EXPLORER]

True. And I don't think anyone believes Ukraine is the shining example of honestly.

Is it fair to say that's why NATO has not welcomed the Ukraine previously?

 

[wendog33]

It's definitely concerning, but there are some caveats. BRICS is being carried by China, just like how the rest of the world is being carried by the US. But China's economy is currently in a massive downturn. After Covid, most economies bounced back. China didn't, and it's still in decline. It will get out of it eventually, but right now it's not in any position.

That said, when China do bounce back, BRICS will control around 1/4 of the global economy. That amount could rise if they bring in more countries. And they're already looking likely to pick up Africa's richest nations soon.

And China our largest trading partner.
And Iran now discovering vast Lithium deposits to further affect our trade going forward and be selling to the BRICS.

 

[Hacky McAxe]

Is it fair to say that's why NATO has not welcomed the Ukraine previously?

Yep. NATO wouldn't even consider Ukraine because of its corruption. They're doing a lot to get rid of that corruption, but it's still there.