Pakistan has officially submitted an application for membership in BRICS and is actively seeking support from Russia, as revealed by Muhammad Khalid Jamali, the country's envoy to Moscow, according to media reports.
The Foreign Office has not issued any statement on this matter, indicating that Jamali's revelation likely occurred with the necessary approval, as reported by The News.
During discussions with the Russian news agency TASS, Jamali disclosed that Pakistan has formally sought BRICS membership and is relying on Russia's support. The application is part of BRICS' expansion plans for the coming year, with six new members anticipated to join.
Jamali further mentioned that Pakistan aims to become a member during Russia's presidency next year. In his statement, he emphasized Pakistan's keen interest in participating in this significant organization and highlighted ongoing efforts to reach out to member countries for support, with a particular focus on securing the backing of the Russian Federation, as reported by The News.
(With Agency Inputs)
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