BRICS EXPANSION: RESHAPING GLOBAL ECONOMIC GOVERNANCE
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.3635Abstract [English]
The expansion of BRICS, with the inclusion of Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of the bloc and the global landscape. This research paper examines the potential implications of this expansion, analyzing the opportunities and challenges it presents for BRICS and the global economy. It explores BRICS' role as a potential counterweight to Western dominance, the importance of fostering internal cohesion and a unified vision, the need to prioritize economic cooperation and trade liberalization, and the bloc's efforts to reform the global financial architecture. The paper also considers the potential for BRICS to contribute to a more multipolar world order, the challenges posed by potential fragmentation and competition, and the crucial role of Africa in shaping the bloc’s future.
The 2023 BRICS summit witnessed a historic expansion of the bloc, adding six new members and significantly increasing its global footprint. This expansion has generated considerable debate surrounding its potential impact on the existing world order and the future of global governance. While the geopolitical implications are evident, with BRICS now representing a larger portion of the global population and GDP, the economic agenda remains somewhat vague. This research paper provides a comprehensive analysis of BRICS expansion, exploring its implications for the bloc itself, its member states, and the broader global economy.
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