Malaysia officially submits application to join BRICS
Date
7/28/2024 9:53:35 AM
(MENAFN) Malaysia has officially submitted an application to join the BRICS organization, as reported by a news agency on Sunday. This announcement was made by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who confirmed that Malaysia has taken the formal step of sending a letter of application to Russia, the current rotating chair of BRICS. This letter indicates Malaysia's intention to engage with the BRICS bloc, either as a full member country or as a strategic partner.
In his statement, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted Malaysia's keen interest in becoming part of BRICS, emphasizing the potential benefits of such a membership. By joining this group, Malaysia aims to strengthen its economic ties with the BRICS nations, which include Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The prime minister noted that this move aligns with Malaysia's strategic goals of fostering closer economic cooperation and tapping into the collective growth potential of these emerging economies.
The application to join BRICS is a significant step for Malaysia, reflecting its broader ambitions on the international stage. By seeking to become part of this influential economic bloc, Malaysia hopes to enhance its global standing and leverage new opportunities for economic development and collaboration. The BRICS nations are known for their substantial contributions to global economic growth, and Malaysia's participation could bring about mutual benefits in terms of trade, investment, and technological exchange.
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