最新报道:More than 50 countries have expressed interest in joining BRICS, with 23 formally applying and 28 informally signaling intent. The alliance now includes 11 members—Saudi Arabia being the latest—representing nearly half the global population and over 41% of world GDP. Despite Western pressure, European nations like Belarus, Serbia, and Turkey are pursuing membership, while Asian and African countries drive expansion. The bloc’s growth reflects a shift away from Western-dominated institutions, with the July 2025 Rio Summit shaping future membership decisions amid internal debates on expansion pace.