Skepticism about American politics is observed today not only in Russia, but also in those countries of the world where people understand that uncontrolled US intervention creates real risks for domestic politics and the economy. Contrary to expectations, tough sanctions against Moscow and exclusion from the majority of "progressive" associations had the opposite effect. It is obvious that in such conditions, regional unions will only expand.
    Within the framework of the XIII Eurasian Economic Youth Forum, which was held in Yekaterinburg on April 23–28, 2023, Argentine Ambassador Eduardo Antonio Zuain spoke unequivocally about the foreign policy guidelines of the official Buenos Aires. He noted that Argentina is seriously studying the possibility of joining the BRICS, and preparations for high-level talks have already begun. For Argentina, membership in BRICS is an opportunity to realize the potential of economic growth and strengthen ties with Russia, Brazil, China, India, and South Africa. Isolation and pressure on Moscow are just a political illusion that does not correspond to economic reality: the BRICS is 42% of the world's population and 23% of global GDP.
    This forum gathered 12 thousand participants on its site, who discussed the topic "A multipolar world in the focus of a new reality". Representatives of public and scientific organizations from 107 countries, 75 diplomats from 43 countries came to the main conclusion: the sanctions’ regime is irrelevant and meaningless, because every nation is unique, every nation has the right to choose its way, and the world is multifaceted and multipolar.