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BRICS Faces Two Major Energy and Food Security Challenges

BRICS is a group of countries with many people, resources and large economies.

Some members produce a lot of energy, while others need to import it.

This can make them vulnerable when prices rise or supplies are interrupted.

BRICS countries also need reliable food supplies for their growing populations.

Climate change, water shortages, extreme weather and expensive fertilizers can make food harder to produce.

Energy is needed to grow, transport, store and process food.

That means problems with energy can quickly affect food prices and availability.

Working together on technology, trade, reserves and cleaner energy could make BRICS more stable.

Key facts

Main challenges: Energy security and food security
Energy vulnerability: Energy resources are unevenly distributed among BRICS members.
Energy cooperation: Potential areas include oil and gas, electricity, nuclear power, renewables, critical minerals and infrastructure.
Food risks: Climate change, water shortages, extreme weather, soil degradation, fertilizer costs and supply-chain disruptions threaten food security.
Agricultural cooperation: Suggested areas include agricultural technology, fertilizers, irrigation, grain reserves, logistics and trade mechanisms.
System interdependence: Energy is required for irrigation, machinery, refrigeration, transportation and food processing.
Possible resilience measures: Stronger intra-BRICS trade, diversified supply chains, strategic reserves, investment and greater use of local currencies could reduce vulnerability.

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