Interest in membership of the BRICS countries is growing, with seven countries applying to join just a week after the foreign ministers’ meeting.
Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodriguez announced at an economic seminar in Caracas that the South American country is another new candidate.
Previously, the group took action at its annual summit in 2023, inviting and approving Iran, Ethiopia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates to join.
In addition to Venezuela, Thailand, Malaysia, Zimbabwe, Colombia, Vietnam, and Pakistan have also applied for membership. Rodriguez emphasized that Venezuela is willing to accept the ever-changing world order.
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Pakistan expressed interest in joining the BRICS countries for the first time through Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed and emphasized the need to intensify efforts.
Russia and China are strengthening the influence of the BRICS countries in Southeast Asia.
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The BRICS countries are preparing for expansion and are ready for the second enlargement at the annual summit in October 2024, highlighting the growing geopolitical importance of the alliance.
