Some notable countries that have expressed interest include Argentina, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. However, Argentina recently withdrew its application under the new leadership of President Javier Milei, who opted to review the previous administration’s foreign policy decisions. Despite Argentina’s withdrawal, the interest from other nations continues to grow, driven by the potential benefits of joining a bloc that promotes the use of local currencies over the US dollar and aims to create a multipolar international financial system.
The inclusion of new members such as Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates indicates the BRICS’ expanding influence. This expansion could significantly impact global financial dynamics, especially if the new members and interested countries continue to push for trade in their local currencies. The upcoming BRICS summit in October 2024 in Russia will likely see further developments in this expanding alliance.
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