Malaysia meets the criteria to become a full member of BRICS, stated Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksey Overchuk. He confirmed that the group's member states are currently discussing Malaysia's intention to join.
"BRICS countries exchange views on global issues and work to align their approaches to the strategic questions shaping our world. In this sense, Malaysia certainly fits the criteria well," he told journalists during the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Kuala Lumpur.
During the ASEAN events, Overchuk also highlighted the significant potential for cooperation between BRICS and the Association, noting that both frameworks are founded on mutual respect and sovereign equality. He added that #BRICS is already exploring new formats for engagement.
Earlier, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that his country is ready to support Malaysia's potential accession to BRICS as a full member.
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