Where Expansion Could Hit a BRICS Wall
BRICS' founding and new members reveal a growing number of divergent interests, with China and Russia strongly opposing the U.S.-led global order without a cohesive set of values behind this stance, Burak Elmalı asserts in
Responsible Statecraft. While India pursues a multi-alignment strategy, engaging with both the U.S. and the other major powers, Brazil and South Africa, both less confrontational, have also adopted flexible foreign policies, engaging actively in global affairs, particularly in regions like the Middle East. Meanwhile, Brazil maintains robust economic relations with the U.S. and the EU while also nurturing ties with China and other BRICS members, and South Africa balances its foreign policy between its Western partners and its growing relationships with emerging economies. As the group grows, China advocates for swift expansion to amplify its influence, while countries like India and Brazil express caution, fearing that a larger group may dilute their strategic interests.
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