CIS-BRICS Forum 2025: Exploring Economic and Global Cooperation

Exploring the rising CIS-BRICS alliance: How Eurasian integration and Global South influence are shaping a new world order through trade, security, and innovation at Moscow 2025.

As Think BRICS, we're on the ground in Moscow, deeply engaged with an important forum that places the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) at the heart of the BRICS nations' expanding global strategy, scheduled for March 28, 2025. This is simply a conference that represents a crucial assembly for dissecting the developing dynamics within Eurasia, as well as the increasing relevance of the Global South. Our role as a media partner allows us unique access to deliver detailed coverage and insightful analysis.

CIS & BRICS: Redefining Global Power Dynamics

Born from the Soviet Union’s collapse, the CIS (1993) binds Eurasian nations through economic, political, and military cooperation. Meanwhile, BRICS—expanding in 2023 to include Iran, Ethiopia, UAE, and Egypt—has become a counterweight to Western hegemony, amplifying the Global South’s voice.

The 2024 “BRICS Partners Belt” ignited a tectonic shift: Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, dual members of both blocs, now anchor a strategic corridor linking CIS infrastructure and resources with BRICS capital and influence. This fusion unlocks synergies—energy security, de-dollarization, trade networks—while challenging outdated global hierarchies.

As the West fractures, this alliance is quietly rewriting the rules. CIS-BRICS collaboration isn’t just diplomacy—it’s the blueprint for a multipolar world where ambition spans continents. The revolution is here.

Moscow 2025: In-Depth Examination of CIS-BRICS Synergies

The Moscow event boasts a program designed to foster an in-depth exploration of potential synergies between the CIS and BRICS. The agenda features thematic sessions and roundtables intended to promote dialogue and pinpoint collaboration opportunities:

• Economic Integration: These sessions will be dedicated to enhancing trade and investment flows between CIS and BRICS member states. Discussions will likely delve into reducing trade barriers, promoting joint ventures, and aligning economic policies to facilitate smoother cooperation.

• Scientific, Technological, and Innovation Development (STID): These discussions will revolve around the role of STID in driving economic growth and competitiveness within the Greater Eurasian Partnership. The forum will explore how these advancements can address global challenges faced by Eurasian countries.

• Green Energy and Climate Projects: Prospects for renewable energy development and energy efficiency will be explored in these sessions. Discussions may include investments in renewable energy projects and public-private partnerships. Financing mechanisms for climate projects, such as green bonds, may also be examined.

• International Cooperation: This discussion will address prospective avenues for expanding international collaboration and evaluating the potential for synergistic activities. The session will also involve an examination of existing support mechanisms for international projects and conversations around the development of novel instruments. Anna Valerievna Akparova, Chairman of the Committee on Integration of Sustainable Development Indicators of Economic Entities of the CIS Business Center for Economic Development, and Andrey Vladimirovich Agranovsky, Managing Director of the Block of International Projects and Foreign Representative Offices of VEB.RF, will moderate this session. Invited participants include Sergey Anatolyevich Storchak, Senior Banker of the State Development Corporation "VEB.RF," Nikolai Anatolyevich Pegin, General Director of JSC "Atom-TOR," and others.

• Development of the Construction Industry in the CIS Countries: This session aims to explore new formats for B2B, B2G, and B2C interaction. The participants will exchange experience in the sphere of construction, housing and communal services, infrastructure modernization, and will discuss possibilities for business support from the government. Konstantin Georgievich Avagimov, Chairman of the Committee on Construction and Architecture of the Association "Business Center for Economic Development of the CIS" will be moderating. Invited to participate are Alexander Nikolaevich Lomakin, First Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Russian Federation, and other officials.

• Access to Innovations for Patients: This session includes a discussion of the development of international cooperation among the countries of the Eurasian Economic Commission in the field of healthcare, as well as the experience of the EU countries in the harmonization of legislation in healthcare. Oleg Longinovich Lapochkin, Chairman of the Committee on Healthcare and Health-Saving Technologies of the Business Center for Economic Development of the CIS, and Vitaly Vladimirovich Omelyanovsky, General Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Center for Expertise and Quality Control of Medical Care" of the Ministry of Health of Russia, will be moderating.

• Geopolitical Alignment: These discussions will address common security interests, conflict resolution strategies, and collaboration on international platforms.

• Cultural and Humanitarian Projects: Focused on strengthening cultural ties and mutual understanding, these sessions may explore joint initiatives in education, arts, and cultural heritage preservation.

• International Cooperation for the Development of Transport Corridors: Participants of this session will discuss ways of increasing the level of transport connectivity between the CIS, EAEU, SCO, and BRICS countries, practical solutions to improve the efficiency and other related topics.

• Regulation of Activities of Automobile, Maritime, and Inland Water Transport: The session will touch upon topics such as the formation of a common transport space and the effective functioning of transport complexes of the CIS member states.

• Vectors of Development of Industrial Cooperation in the Oil and Gas Industry: The discussion will focus on the current trends in the oil and gas industry and their impact on industrial cooperation, and the development of innovative technologies and their implementation in the oil and gas industry.

• Science and Education: Potential for Sustainable Development of the Economy of the Greater Eurasian Partnership: Participants of this session will discuss the creation of a unified scientific and technological space within the CIS.

• International Labor Market, Migration Policy: New Trends and Opportunities: This session will be focused on opportunities and features of the migration policy of the Greater Eurasian Partnership and on the regulation of migration processes in the CIS, EAEU, and SCO.

• The role of preserving the memory of the Great Patriotic War in the integration processes of the CIS countries: The round table is dedicated to the issues related to the preservation of memory of the Great Patriotic War.

Think BRICS: Delivering Key Insights

As a media partner, Think BRICS is prepared to provide comprehensive coverage of the Moscow event:

• On-the-Ground Reporting: Our team will be actively conducting interviews with experts, policymakers, and participants, ensuring a collection of diverse perspectives on the evolving landscape of CIS-BRICS cooperation.

• Multi-Platform Coverage: Expect real-time updates, in-depth articles, and video reports tailored to our global audience. Our coverage will span platforms such as Telegram, Facebook, X, Substack, and YouTube.

• Post-Event Analysis: Following the event, we will produce a detailed video report summarizing key takeaways and analyzing the implications of CIS-BRICS collaboration.

Significance: Ramifications for the Global Sphere

The discussions and partnerships cultivated at the Moscow event carry the potential for significant global impacts:

• Enhanced Regional Stability: By proactively addressing security concerns and fostering peaceful cooperation, the collaborative engagement between the CIS and BRICS can significantly contribute to enhanced stability within the Eurasian region.

• Expanded Economic Opportunities: The anticipated increase in trade, investments, and collaborative projects has the potential to stimulate economic growth and development across both regions.

• A More Inclusive Global Order: Cooperation between the CIS and BRICS can amplify the voices of emerging economies and promote a fairer distribution of power and influence in international affairs.

Think BRICS is dedicated to providing the insights necessary to understand these developing dynamics. Stay tuned to our coverage from Moscow to remain informed and engaged as the CIS and BRICS explore new avenues for collaboration.