India builds Brics without breaking up with US

India has expanded its membership in Brics without severing ties with the United States, a move that has garnered attention in Washington. At the Brics summit in New Delhi, leaders warned against unilateral tariffs, trade barriers, and sanctions, but American commentators remained cautious about the group's growing influence. While Brics is gaining political strength, it remains fragmented and divided, making it difficult to become a unified anti-American alliance.

India, as the host of the summit, hopes to lead the group without antagonizing the US. Despite growing tensions between India and China, the two nations are deepening their strategic relationship. Additionally, Russia's presence at the summit has challenged the US's narrative of its isolation. However, the US remains content with Brics not challenging the dollar or creating a common currency, viewing the group as a family reunion where members have hired lawyers.