On the 18th local time, Russian President Putin met with representatives of mainstream media from his own country, as well as China, Brazil, Egypt, India, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, South Africa and other BRICS countries in Moscow, and answered relevant questions. Putin stated that the timing for building a unified currency among BRICS countries is still not ripe. Before adopting a unified currency, the economic integration of BRICS countries must reach a necessary high level. He also suggested that BRICS countries use digital currencies in their investments. Putin stated that currently, the proportion of trade settled in domestic currency between Russia and other countries has reached 95%. Putin also stated that Russia is working with BRICS countries to build a clearing system similar to SWIFT. Previously, Putin stated that Russia will provide opportunities for BRICS partners to use digital currencies in the investment process. @eswar0987