RIO DE JANEIRO - Developing nations participating in the BRICS summit on Monday brushed away an accusation from U.S. President Donald Trump that the bloc is \"anti-American,\" as he threatened them with additional 10% tariffs.

President Trump said the U.S. would impose higher charges on imports from countries that follow the "anti-American policies" of major emerging economies including Brazil, China and Russia. "Any Country aligning themselves with the Anti-American policies of BRICS,

The BRICS bloc is made up of 11 nations, with Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa making up the core group. The bloc has drawn Trump's ire before.