During the industrial age, Europe developed rapidly, but since the Great Acceleration five countries have formed the "BRICS" - emerent industrializing countries:
Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa are the five countries that have formed the BRICS. These countries have experienced significant economic growth and development since the turn of the 21st century and are considered to be emerging industrializing nations. They have formed this association to promote cooperation, economic development, and political influence on the global stage.
