South African President Cyril Ramaphosa publicly rebuked President Trump’s tariff threats against BRICS nations, calling for mutual respect and equality among countries. Ramaphosa urged the world to view BRICS as a positive force for global governance and development, not as a rival to the West. He criticized punitive measures against countries seeking cooperation and progress, insisting that sovereignty and equality should be respected. This latest exchange follows previous high-profile clashes between Ramaphosa and Trump.