Countries Increasingly Express Interest

Over thirty new countries have recently expressed interest in embracing BRICS, which was originally formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Countries such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have joined recently, thus having 10 member states in BRICS. 

Indonesia has joined the Club

Indonesia, the fourth most populous nation in the world, has now officially become a BRICS member. This indeed increases Indonesia's commitment toward various global cooperations and also strengthens the presence of BRICS in Southeast Asia. 

This is a Major Shift in Global Power

Now, BRICS takes nearly half of the world's population together with some of the world's biggest oil producers, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the UAE. This expansion of membership challenges the supremacy of the Western alliances and creates an increasingly balanced global power structure. 

Support from India

Speaking about the expansion of BRICS, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India fully supports the process in the BRICS platform via consensus among member countries. India aims to extend its group collaboration with strategic partners in the areas of space, education, and technology. 

The Road Ahead 

A model called the "partner country" will also be discussed during this summit, which will allow interested nations to connect with BRICS without becoming a full member. This approach may further solidify BRICS's role in global affairs. 

Conclusion 

The BRICS Expansion Summit is more than a meeting; it reflects global changes. As more countries apply to join, it is expected that BRICS will contribute further to shaping a more multipolar world.