Türkiye’s willingness to join BRICS and welcome Russia

According to the international group Tasnim news agency, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan during his trip to China responded To a question about Ankara’s desire to join the BRICS organization, he said: Of course we want to join this organization, why not? We have a customs understanding with the European Union, at the same time, we consider cooperation with partner countries as an opportunity in other organizations and platforms such as BRICS.  

Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin spokesman, also said in response to a question: We welcome the growing interest of neighboring countries, including important partners such as Turkey, in BRICS. Of course, this issue will be discussed at the BRICS summit in Russia. This organization may not fulfill all the interests of the countries that intend to join it, but it is committed to maintaining relations with all governments.

He said regarding the process of countries joining BRICS, which takes time: We are pleased with the wide acceptance of BRICS.

On June 10th and 11th, the meeting of foreign ministers of the BRICS group will be held in Russia, where Hakan Fidan will also attend.  

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