This book explores the dynamic relationship between international trade and economic development within the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa). It examines the challenges and opportunities faced by these emerging economies in the global marketplace, highlighting the key factors influencing their trade policies, infrastructure development, innovation strategies, and sustainable practices. Through a combination of theoretical analysis and practical case studies, the book provides valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners interested in understanding the complexities of international trade and economic development in the BRICS context. This book is will also appeal to graduate students and professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the fields of international trade and economic development.
1.-Introduction.
2.- Historical Overview of BRICS.
3.-The Role of International Trade in Economic Development.
4.-Trade Policies and Agreements Among BRICS Nations
5.- Impact of Globalization on BRICS Economies
6.- Infrastructure Development and Trade Facilitation
7.- Innovation and Technology Transfer.
8.- Agriculture and Food Security.
9.-Energy Security.
10.-Sustainable Development Practices.
11-Case Studies and Best Practices.
12.-Future Prospects and Challenges.
Vasilii Erokhin is an Associate Professor, School of Economics and Management, Harbin Engineering University, China. Dr. Erokhin is an author of over 200 publications in the areas of sustainable economic development, international trade, and globalization, including Contemporary Macroeconomics: New Global Disorder and Shifting Patterns of Agricultural Trade: The Protectionism Outbreak and Food Security (Springer Nature). Dr. Erokhin is an editor and board member in several peer-reviewed journals, a holder of the honorary awards from the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia.
Gao Tianming is a Professor, School of Economics and Management, Harbin Engineering University, China. He is a Director and Chief Expert of the Center for Russian and Ukrainian Studies (CRUS) and Arctic Blue Economy Research Center (ABERC) at Harbin Engineering University, Deputy Head of the Heilongjiang International Economic and Trade Association, leading consultant of governmental bodies and commercial organizations in the sphere of international trade and economic collaboration
Poshan (Sam) Yu has experience as an adjunct professor, associate editor for an SSCIindexed journal, author, and ad-hoc reviewer. Sam teaches at the University of Victoria Program at Soochow University in China. Furthermore, he is a visiting professor at Krirk University in Thailand, research coordinator at the EBU Luxembourg, and a researcher at the Australian Studies Centre of Shanghai University. Notably, he is also a guest professor at Emlyon Business School China and an adjunct faculty member at George Washington University's master program at Renmin University of China.
