We are talking about Argentina, Egypt, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia, said South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
From January 1, 2024, BRICS will include Argentina, Egypt, Iran, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia. This was announced at a press conference on August 24 by the President of the Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa.
He said the merger was not limited to just one phase of expansion.
“The five BRICS countries have agreed on the principles, norms, standards and procedures for the group’s expansion process. . We have reached a consensus on the first phase of the enlargement process, after which there will be others,” the South African leader stressed.
The politician added that BRICS is “a partnership of equal countries with different visions, but the only vision to create a better world.”
A total of 22 countries applied to join the group.
Remember that from August 22 to 24, the BRICS summit will be held in Johannesburg.
It was previously reported that the leaders of the countries of the association have agreed on a document that outlines the principles for joining new members.
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