Putin Says BRICS Can Strengthen Global Energy and Food Security

Vladimir Putin said Russia wants to work with BRICS countries on energy and food supplies.

BRICS includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.

He said these countries have large and active domestic markets.

Russia also wants to improve transportation routes for moving goods.

Two routes mentioned were the Arctic Transport Corridor and the North-South Transport Corridor.

Putin said the countries could cooperate on tourism, industry, trade, and smart technology.

He also mentioned research into unmanned transport.

His comments came while wars and tensions were continuing in Ukraine and West Asia.