Former Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff joined the leaders of the BRICS countries for the plenary session of the 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa on August 25, 2023. The summit was hosted by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Rousseff was elected as the new President of the New Development Bank (NDB) in March 2023. The NDB is a multilateral financial institution established by the BRICS countries to finance infrastructure and sustainable development projects in emerging markets.
At the summit, Rousseff met with the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa to discuss a range of issues, including the global economy, climate change, and regional security. She also spoke at the plenary session, where she called for increased cooperation among the BRICS countries to address global challenges.
The summit concluded with a joint statement from the BRICS leaders, in which they reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and international cooperation. They also called for a more just and equitable global order.
Rousseff's participation in the BRICS Summit is a significant development. It is the first time that a former head of state has been invited to attend the summit. Her presence is a sign of the respect and esteem that she is held in by the BRICS leaders.
Rousseff's election as President of the NDB is also a significant development. The NDB is a relatively new institution, and its success will depend on the leadership of its President. Rousseff's experience as a former head of state and her knowledge of the global economy make her well-qualified for this role.
The BRICS Summit is an important forum for the BRICS countries to discuss common challenges and to coordinate their responses. Rousseff's participation in the summit and her election as President of the NDB are positive developments for the BRICS countries and for the global economy.
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