US President Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy on the global stage by claiming that his threat to impose tariffs on BRICS countries led to the bloc’s alleged fragmentation. Speaking at a Republican Governors Association meeting on February 20, Trump accused BRICS of attempting to undermine the US dollar and reiterated his commitment to imposing severe tariffs if the bloc pursues plans for a common currency.

The president’s comments mark the latest in a series of confrontational statements regarding BRICS since his reelection in November last year. Trump has consistently criticized the bloc’s push to reduce reliance on the US dollar in bilateral trade, portraying it as a direct challenge to American economic dominance.

“When I came in, the first thing I said is, any BRICS state that even mentions the destruction of the dollar will be charged a 150% tariff,” Trump declared. “And the BRICS states just broke up… We haven’t heard from the BRICS states lately.” He further asserted that his swift action had prevented the bloc from advancing its plans, contrasting his approach with that of his predecessor, Joe Biden, whom he accused of failing to address the threat posed by BRICS.

Trump’s latest remarks signal an escalation in his rhetoric, with the tariff threat rising from an initial 100% to 150%. “They said, sir, what about the BRICS states? They’re going to take over the dollar, the sanctity of the dollar. They’re going to create a new currency to rule the world. I said, no, they’re not… Tell them 150% tariff. Plus, we’re not going to do business with them,” Trump stated,........

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