Ahead of 15th BRICS Summit, South Africa’s Pandor Talks Peace and BRICS Expansion
The 15th BRICS Summit is set to take place from August 22 to 24, 2023, in Johannesburg, South Africa. With over 40 countries expressing interest in joining the BRICS nations, the summit has garnered significant attention.
- The United States has stated that it does not wish to restrict partnerships between countries, despite the often-discussed de-dollarization and competition with Western nations.
- South Africa’s foreign minister, Naledi Pandor, emphasized that the BRICS Summit will focus on peace and will not “weaponize the oceans.”
- Pandor revealed that a platform to resolve the conflict between Ukraine and Russia will be established during the summit.
- While the summit may give less attention to creating a BRICS reserve currency, expansion of membership is expected.
- Three new members will be joining the BRICS bloc, bringing the total to eight participating nations, according to Pandor.
Hot Take
The 15th BRICS Summit presents an opportunity for countries to come together and work towards peace and cooperation. The expansion of membership further demonstrates the growing influence and relevance of the BRICS nations on the global stage.
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