Big news, amigos! 🌟 The BRICS group just got bigger, and it's making waves across the globe!
Originally a powerhouse quartet of Brazil, Russia, India, and China, BRICS was all about rapidly developing economies shaking up the global scene. South Africa hopped on board two years later, making it five. But guess what? This year, the group has doubled in size to ten members! That's right, five new countries have joined the party, and it's turning heads everywhere.
Now, BRICS represents around 45% of the world’s population and 16% of global trade. With nearly three dozen more countries eager to join—including Cuba—the influence of the Global South is on the rise. 🌍✨
The expanded BRICS bloc is aiming high—they're all about promoting peace, security, development, and cooperation among nations in the Global South. It's a big deal, especially for young entrepreneurs, students, and adventurers like us who are curious about how the world is changing!
So, what's next for BRICS and the countries wanting in? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: the Global South is stepping into the spotlight, and we're here for it! 🙌
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
