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Last updated on January 25, 2024 by Ben Thompson

Russia-India Pioneering The BRICS Pay Revolution Over SWIFT

In a significant move within the BRICS alliance, Russia and India have embarked on a strategic partnership, primarily focusing on developing a robust digital economy. This collaboration, announced amidst the ongoing expansion and increasing influence of the BRICS bloc, signals a major shift in the global economic landscape.

The partnership was highlighted by Sergey Cheremin, Minister of the Moscow City Government and Chairman of the Board of the Business Council for Cooperation with India, during the Smart Cities India Expo program. Emphasizing the shared vision of both nations, Cheremin outlined the goal to create state-of-the-art infrastructure and a safe, efficient urban environment. The cornerstone of this alliance is the advancement in information technology and digital economy sectors, with both countries aspiring to become global leaders in these domains.

A critical aspect of this partnership is the integration and promotion of the BRICS Pay system, an initiative set to challenge the dominance of the Western SWIFT payment system. Launched in late 2023, BRICS Pay represents a significant step in the bloc’s long-term strategy of de-dollarization, offering a BRICS-centric alternative to the global financial infrastructure.

The Russia-India digital economy partnership, in tandem with the implementation of BRICS Pay, not only enhances the economic ties between these two nations but also positions them at the forefront of a digital revolution within the BRICS alliance. This move could potentially reshape global financial transactions and reduce dependence on traditional Western financial systems, marking a new era in the global economic order.

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