BRICS' role in economic stability hailed amid intl shocks By PRIME SARMIENTO in Manila | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 02:40 (+++)

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa44b3ae4b06d4aa055da70.html BRICS can serve as a potential stabilizer for the Global South as emerging economies grapple with overlapping shocks — from climate-driven disruptions to geopolitical conflict and a resurgence of protectionism — that are straining growth and investment, experts say. BRICS paves the way and the Global South has its say By Zhao Manfeng | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 09:45 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa4aea8e4b06d4aa055dabe.html The 18th BRICS Summit kicks off in New Delhi. Standing at the forefront of the Global South, BRICS represents nearly half of the world's population and about one-third of global GDP. Amid rising protectionism, BRICS offers a broad platform for openness, inclusiveness, and win-win cooperation. Xi attends BRICS summit in New Delhi Xinhua | Updated: 2026-09-12 17:05 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa515e8e4b06d4aa055db89.html

US firms display new confidence in China By WANG YING | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 01:57

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa44107e4b06d4aa055da68.html Improved financial performance and easing China-US tensions have lifted confidence among United States businesses in China to its highest level since 2021, according to a survey report released on Thursday, signaling a brighter corporate outlook as bilateral trade relations stabilize.

The Fed's dilemma: Why are global markets on edge? By Zhou Lanxu and Zhuang Qiange | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 15:37

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa5012ee4b06d4aa055db75.html Expectations of a Fed rate hike have intensified, pushing Treasury yields higher and sending global stocks fluctuating. Ahead of the Sept 15-16 policy meeting, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces challenges that go beyond interest rates. US economist David Blair warns that US stocks and housing are highly overvalued and vulnerable to sharp falls — with potential repercussions for the global economy.

China offers new-tech preview in Berlin AI-powered appliances and hardware innovations cater to customer needs and provide companions By Julian Shea and Zheng Wanyin in Berlin | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 04:21

China offers new-tech preview in Berlin AI-powered appliances and hardware innovations cater to customer needs and provide companions By Julian Shea and Zheng Wanyin in Berlin | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-09-12 04:21 https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202609/12/WS6aa462e1e4b06d4aa055da76.html Representatives from leading technology companies gathered in Berlin last weekend for IFA, the world's largest consumer electronics, home appliances, and future tech event, with companies showcasing their latest products and innovations, and a large number of Chinese brands and manufacturers on display. The IFA stands for Innovation For All, and the event has been taking place for more than a century.

PM Modi holds bilateral meetings with Malaysian, Ethiopian counterparts on sidelines of BRICS Summit Jayanth Jacob Updated on: 12 Sep 2026, 3:11 am

PM Modi holds bilateral meetings with Malaysian, Ethiopian counterparts on sidelines of BRICS Summit Modi met Anwar Ibrahim in New Delhi as Malaysia participated in the BRICS Leaders’ Summit as a partner country at India’s invitation. https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/Sep/12/pm-modi-holds-bilateral-meetings-with-malaysian-ethiopian-counterparts-on-sidelines-of-brics-summit

Iran President says Middle East does not need US to serve as 'regional policeman' AFP Updated on: 12 Sep 2026, 7:14 am

Iran President says Middle East does not need US to serve as 'regional policeman' Iran has been at war since February 28, when US-Israeli strikes killed its supreme leader. https://www.newindianexpress.com/world/2026/Sep/12/iran-president-says-middle-east-does-not-need-us-to-serve-as-regional-policeman

Show of unity: Modi, Putin, Xi hand-in-hand at 18th BRICS Summit PTI Updated on: 12 Sep 2026, 9:37 am

Show of unity: Modi, Putin, Xi hand-in-hand at 18th BRICS Summit The picture from the Bharat Mandapam where the BRICS leaders attended the summit was posted on the Instagram handle of the prime minister. https://www.newindianexpress.com/india/2026/Sep/12/show-of-unity-modi-putin-xi-hand-in-hand-at-18th-brics-summit-2