The BRICS Media and Think Tank Forum, held in Rio de Janeiro from July 15 to 17, 2025, brought together over 250 delegates from media outlets, think tanks, government institutions, and enterprises across 36 countries. The forum focused on advancing cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) among BRICS nations and the Global South.
During the forum, participants released an initiative emphasizing the need for joint efforts in AI-empowered journalism and research. The initiative highlighted the transformative impact of AI on global communication and the importance of collaborative approaches to reshape the information landscape.
The forum also addressed the challenges posed by AI, including concerns about technological monopolies and data hegemony. Discussions centered on fostering a collaborative paradigm featuring joint technological research, shared standard-setting, and collaborative governance deliberation to ensure that AI advancements benefit all nations.
This initiative reflects the BRICS nations' commitment to shaping a more inclusive and equitable global digital future through enhanced cooperation in AI. ## BRICS Forum Addresses AI Cooperation and Global Challenges: – [BRICS leaders to call for data protections against unauthorized AI use](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/brics-leaders-call-data-protections-against-unauthorized-ai-use-2025-07-06/?utm_source=openai) – [Trump threatens extra 10% tariffs on BRICS as leaders meet in Brazil](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/leaders-growing-brics-group-gather-rio-summit-2025-07-06/?utm_source=openai)