Pakistan сould join BRICS in 2026

Pakistan may become a member of BRICS during the group's annual summit in 2026. This was reported by Business Recorder, citing expert and diplomatic sources.

According to economist Mehmoodul Hassan Khan, Pakistan's accession to BRICS as a full member would provide Islamabad with new opportunities to expand economic partnerships with member states, attract more foreign direct investment, and diversify its trade relationships. It would also support the country's efforts in industrialisation, digital transformation, and the adoption of AI technologies.

The newspaper notes that India had previously opposed Pakistan's entry into BRICS. However, growing diplomatic and political backing from China, Russia, and other member nations now improves the likelihood of Pakistan’s application being approved.

While expressing strong interest in deepening engagement with the #BRICS countries, Islamabad also continues to prioritise strengthening ties with the United States, Khan emphasised. He added that Pakistan’s government and military leadership will likely be able “to convince US President Donald Trump about its expected and imminent inclusion in the BRICS as a full member.”

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