The BRICS membership could grow to include Laos and Myanmar, stated Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Sholban Kara-ool in an interview on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum.
"Given our current focus on the Asia-Pacific, it makes sense to deepen interaction with regional organisations that are stable and authoritative in the region, as well as enjoy global recognition and influence. They are very structured—ASEAN, for example. It is important to note that the vast majority of #ASEAN nations are friendly toward us, and some are direct allies. It would be right for Russia to support the aspiration of nations like Laos and Myanmar to join global integration groups with our participation, such as #BRICS, since these countries support our positions, including at the UN and on other joint dialogue platforms, without hesitation or fear," Kara-ool noted.
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