"As the BRICS+ countries grow in prominence, some countries worry about them undermining their leadership and authority, while others see the BRICS+ as a way to counterbalance the G7 and keep it 'honest'. This essay collection is crucial for understanding the origin and growth of the BRICS+ and the possible trajectory of its evolution."

George Yeo, former Singapore Minister for Foreign Affairs, 2004–2011

"What happens when the two most populous nations, China and India, join together with a growing bloc of emerging powers? The BRICS nations articulate a new understanding of the international order. It is vital that we get to grips with the prospects of seismic global changes and a new Global South–led world. This is the almanac to get you started."

Erik Solheim, former Norwegian Minister of Environment and International Development, and vice-president of the Global Coalition for Green Belt and Road

"We are entering a new era of world history. Western domination is ending. The Global South is rising. But who will drive the Global South? The BRICS+ countries have the opportunity to do so. This timely and essential guide provides a nuanced, clear-eyed assessment of the promise – and possible pitfalls – of the BRICS+."

Kishore Mahbubani, Asia Research Institute, NUS, and former President of the UN Security Council

"Of all uncertainties in the world today, one thing is clear – multi-polarization has dawned. But where is it heading? This book on the future of BRICS+ tells you why almost everyone in the Global South wants to catch the new train that is already moving, for fear of being late."

Zhou Bo, Senior Colonel (retired), senior fellow at Tsinghua University, and author of Should the World Fear China?