China Ready to Expand Cooperation with BRICS Members and New Partners 
Hey, global citizens! 
There's some exciting news from the BRICS bloc that's shaking up the international scene. China has announced it's ready to team up with other BRICS members and a roster of new partners to boost practical cooperation across various fields. 
On Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning dropped this update during a daily press briefing, following Russia's big reveal of the new BRICS partners on Monday. 
The BRICS summit held in October in Kazan, Russia, wasn't just another meeting—it marked a milestone with the establishment of the \"BRICS partners\" category. So, who's joining the party? 
Say hello to Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Uganda! 
Mao Ning highlighted that this move is a significant leap in the bloc's evolution, especially after last year's historic expansion. \"The representativeness of the BRICS mechanism has been expanded further, and its appeal and influence have become more prominent,\" she said. \"It's becoming an increasingly important platform for promoting unity and cooperation for the Global South.\" 
For those who need a quick refresher, BRICS stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—five major emerging markets with a ton of economic potential. Now, with new partners on board, the sky's the limit! 
This development is more than just geopolitics; it's about building bridges and boosting collaboration across continents. For us in Latin America and beyond, it's a chance to see our countries like Bolivia and Cuba stepping onto the global stage in new ways. ¡Qué emocionante! 
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China ready to expand cooperation with BRICS members, partners: MOFA
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