New Members Respond to Joining the BRICS
Here, we present without spin (we include a report on a preposterous New York Times account of the same events—remember they once said the electric light was an impossibility), the exciting outcome of the just concluded BRICS summit in South Africa. Read for yourself about waht truly constitutes a "tectronic shift" in economic relations on this planet. In a separate report, we present excerpts from the Summit's final communique. You can only get this kind of stuff in oner place, here. If you enjoy important changes, you have some to consider!
Aug. 24, 2023 (EIRNS)—Leaders of the six nations announced as new members of the BRICS responded to the announcement made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi this morning, as reported below. Argentina’s response is reported separately.
Egypt: In a statement released by the Egyptian Presidency, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi welcomed today’s announcement that Egypt has been accepted as a new member of the BRICS. “We value the trust bestowed upon us by all member states of the [BRICS] bloc, with whom we share robust ties, and we look forward to fruitful collaboration with them in the coming period, as well as with the invited countries.” This, El-Sisi said, comes with the aim of achieving the group’s objectives of enhancing economic cooperation among member states, adding that the group is meant to uphold the voices of southern nations in addressing diverse developmental issues in a way that supports the rights and interests of developing countries.
UAE: From Johannesburg, President Mohammed bin Zayed reported on X (formerly Twitter) that his government welcomed the membership announcement. “We respect the vision of the BRICS leadership and appreciate the inclusion of the UAE as a member to this important group. We look forward to a continued commitment of cooperation for the prosperity, dignity and benefit of all nations and people around the world.”
Ethiopia: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hailed what he called “a great moment” for his country. “Ethiopia stands ready to cooperate with all for an inclusive and prosperous global order,” Abiy tweeted.
Iran: President Ebrahim Raisi said from Johannesburg that the decision of the BRICS members to expand the group was a “commendable” move, adding that Iran’s membership in BRICS will have “history-making” benefits. “BRICS can help solve the problems of the international community,” he noted, underscoring that “global trust in the effectiveness of BRICS is increasing.” Moreover, he said, “the Islamic Republic of Iran very resolutely supports the successful endeavors of BRICS in line with de-dollarization from the trade and economic interactions between the members and also making use of local currencies.”
Saudi Arabia: Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said from Johannesburg that “we look forward to developing this cooperation to create new developmental and economic opportunities and elevate our relationship to the aspired level.” According to Al Jazeera, the Prince told Saudi channel Al Arabiya that the kingdom welcomed the invitation but would review the details in order to make an “appropriate decision” before the January 1 date for joining.
