"Exploring Potential Candidates for the Next BRICS Expansion"

Anticipated Expansions: Exploring the Potential New Members of the BRICS Bloc 2023 was a momentous year for the BRICS alliance, a topic that continued to ignite discussions as the bloc extended invitations to six nations to join its economic union. The expansion strategy shows no sign of abating in the current year, adding intrigue to the geopolitical landscape for 2024. Let's delve into the BRICS union and shed some light on the possible newcomers in the next expansion phase. In 2023, BRICS enticed Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iran, Egypt, Argentina, and Ethiopia with the proposition of membership. Argentina was the sole nation that decided to decline the invite as the year commenced. As preparations for the 2024 summit ramp up, numerous countries have already signaled their intentions to secure a spot in the dynamic bloc. Take Note: BRICS Nations Unveil Plans for a Unified Currency to Rival US Dollar Potential BRICS Entrants in 2024 BRICS expansion was a key narrative throughout most of last year, culminating in a pivotal geopolitical event where the alliance saw its membership double from five to ten members. Momentum doesn't seem to be waning, with India just a few months ago confirming an agreement for a six-nation expansion blueprint. As the BRICS organization sets its expansion wheels in motion, speculation is rampant on which countries might become the newest members. Numerous nations have expressed interest in joining, mirroring the broadening appeal of the alliance's missions. So, who would the BRICS bloc likely invite to their 2024 annual conference? These 25 Nations Are All Geared Up for BRICS Membership in 2024 Identifying potential new members involves distinguishing between two categories according to various sources. One category comprises countries that have officially applied for membership, and the other category includes nations expressing an interest in being part of the expansion blueprint. Countries reportedly vying for membership include Algeria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Palestine, and Senegal. On the other hand, countries that have indicated an interest in joining the bloc include Afghanistan, Angola, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Mexico, Nicaragua, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Uruguay, and Zimbabwe. Several of these nations have attributes that align well with the bloc's mission. While there's no shortage of potential candidates for membership, it seems probable that BRICS will continue with its strategy of incorporating six additional nations. As such, the alliance will likely grow significantly beyond its current ten-member strength by the end of 2024.