title: BRAZIL AND THE BRICS AGENDA: Risks and limitations from the viewpoint of the constitutional principles and relevant national policies
abstract: The BRICS countries assemble 42% of the world population, contribute with 18% of the global GDP and 17% of the global research and development investments. Thus, it is easy to grasp the benefits that such an association of countries can bring to its individual members. However, Brazil should strategically consider the threats involved and the risks that may arise from a partnership with countries like China and Russia, which are heavy players in international politics. Indeed, the BRICS associat
journal: Mural Internacional