BRICS, an intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has recently rejected Turkey’s application for membership.
Reports indicate that Turkey’s application had received support from several BRICS countries, and discussions were said to be nearing completion.
However, India ultimately blocked Turkey’s membership due to its close ties with Pakistan, a nation with which India has longstanding regional tensions.
In addition to rejecting Turkey, BRICS decided not to accept any new full members for the year 2024, according to foreign media, as reported by Telegrafi.
Meanwhile, the organization accepted 13 new countries as official partner nations, allowing them to participate in some BRICS initiatives without full membership status.
India’s firm stance reflects its concerns about regional security in South Asia and what it describes as the roles of Turkey and Pakistan in promoting instability in areas like Jammu and Kashmir.
This incident highlights the complex regional dynamics influencing BRICS expansion decisions and underscores the challenges Turkey faces in balancing international relations while pursuing multilateral partnerships.
Some analysts argue that Turkey’s application lacked strategic foresight, considering the clear risks of rejection due to its relationship with Pakistan.
