Russia and the narrative of BRIC

Abstract

Currently, there is a lot of debate about "rising powers" challenging the existing global status quo. Within this debate, the BRIC thesis and, more recently, the BRIC summit often feature prominently. Although most analysts question whether Russia can be considered a "rising power", Moscow has sought to promote the BRIC summit and thesis as one aspect of its wider attempts to ensure itself a voice in what it deems as a changing global order.ISSN:1863-042