Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday took center stage at the BRICS summit, a gathering of world leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, to tout the creation of a new 'multipolar world order', a thinly veiled attempt to show that Western attempts to isolate Moscow over its Ukraine offensive have failed.

Putin's call for a new world order is being seen by many as a direct challenge to the United States and its Western allies, who have long dominated global politics and economics. The BRICS summit, which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa, brought together leaders from some of the world's fastest-growing and most populous countries, who collectively account for over 40% of the world's population and a significant portion of global GDP.

Putin's remarks were seen as a clear attempt to capitalize on the growing frustration among many countries with the current state of global governance, which is dominated by Western powers. The Russian leader argued that the existing international order is 'unjust and inefficient', and that it is time for a new system that is more inclusive and equitable.

The creation of a new 'multipolar world order' is a concept that has gained significant traction in recent years, particularly among countries that feel marginalized or excluded from the current global system. The idea is based on the notion that the world should be organized around multiple centers of power, rather than a single dominant pole.

Putin's call for a new world order was echoed by other leaders at the BRICS summit, who argued that the current system is no longer fit for purpose. Chinese President Xi Jinping, for example, called for a 'new type of international relations' based on mutual respect and cooperation, while Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi argued that the current system is 'in crisis' and needs to be reformed.

The BRICS summit also saw the launch of a new development bank, which is intended to provide an alternative to the existing global financial institutions. The bank, which will be capitalized at $100 billion, will provide financing for infrastructure and development projects in BRICS countries and other emerging markets.

Despite the positive rhetoric, however, the BRICS summit was not without its challenges. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine was a major topic of discussion, with many leaders expressing concern about the humanitarian situation and the impact on global food and energy prices. Russia's military intervention in Ukraine has been widely condemned by Western powers, who have imposed significant sanctions on the country.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, speaking in Brussels, accused Russia of 'trying to create a multipolar world through brute force and military aggression'. The European Union and the United States have also imposed significant sanctions on Russia, which have had a major impact on the country's economy.

Despite these challenges, however, Putin remains confident that his vision of a new world order will prevail. Speaking at the BRICS summit, he argued that the current system is 'doomed to fail', and that a new system based on multipolarity and mutual respect is the only way forward.

Whether or not Putin's vision will become a reality remains to be seen. However, the BRICS summit has once again highlighted the growing tensions between Russia and the West, and the ongoing struggle for influence and power in the 21st century.