A senior official confirmed that Turkey is interested in joining the BRICS bloc of developing economies, although no formal application has been submitted yet. The BRICS alliance, established in 2006 by Brazil, Russia, India, and China, with South Africa joining in 2010, aims to amplify the voice of the Global South and advocate for a fairer world order and reform of international institutions.
Turkey, a NATO member since 1952, has expressed aspirations to become a BRICS member as part of its efforts to pursue a more independent foreign policy and enhance its global influence. President Erdogan has emphasized the importance of engaging with both Eastern and Western partners simultaneously, highlighting the need for a balanced approach in international relations.
