Türkiye is capable of making a meaningful contribution into the development of the BRICS group of nations; its membership parameters will be determined by consensus, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with the Hurriyet newspaper, APA reports.
"We welcome Türkiye's interest in strengthening ties with BRICS. This reflects the appeal of the group that is based on respect for the UN Charter, openness, pragmatism, and non-directedness against third parties," he said.
"During the summit in Kazan, a decision was made to strengthen the current composition of BRICS by including partner countries in the group. I am confident that Türkiye can make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing development of BRICS. The parameters for Türkiye's participation in the group will be determined by consensus, respecting the sovereign choices of all BRICS countries and Türkiye itself," Lavrov added.
He went on to say that Russia supports "the expansion of BRICS relations with countries of the Global Majority, particularly those committed to upholding multilateral approaches, pursuing a sovereign foreign policy, and refraining from participating in unilateral sanctions."
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