Diplomatic tensions between the United States and Russia have reached a critical point, prompting speculation about a potential shift in the two nations’ economic relationship. Donald Trump is believed to be exploring an economic rapprochement with Vladimir Putin, potentially reversing President Biden’s stance on sanctions. Could this signal a strategic maneuvering to weaken the BRICS alliance? Discussions surrounding specific sectors reveal potential for major change. For instance, Russia has proposed a massive aluminum export deal with the US, seeking to stabilize markets impacted by sanctions and the global energy crisis. The return of Boeing to the Russian market, where it would procure titanium, is also being explored.