South Africa’s foreign minister said Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE confirmed the invitation to join the BRICS club of nations that was extended during a summit last year.
BRICS+6 nations: Strong partnership on innovation and digital economy can spur growth, promote transparency and support sustainable development goals, SBI added in a report.
On the last day of the BRICS Summit, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that six countries - Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Ethiopia, Argentina, and Iran, would be joining the bloc. However, the expansion of BRICS may pave the way for more tensions. , World News, Times Now
Leaders from the BRICS economic alliance gather in Johannesburg, South Africa for a summit focusing on political and economic influence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to play a key role.