The BRICS bloc of developing nations aims to challenge the US-led economic order. In theory, it has the clout to push through reforms to global governance. But critics say the expanded group faces rifts among its members. BRICS leaders have criticised US policies, including trade tariffs, during the gathering in Brazil's Rio de Janiero, but they shied away from naming Washington directly.

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