Erdogan to Join BRICS Summit in Kazan This October

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

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  1. Erdogan's Attendance Confirmation
  2. Turkey's Foreign Policy Context
  3. Significance of BRICS Membership


    4. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has confirmed that he will attend the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24. This was communicated by Yuri Ushakov, an aide to Russian President Vlad Putin.

    Erdogan's Attendance Confirmation

    Yuri Ushakov stated that the invite was extended to Turkey, and Erdogan’s swift acceptance demonstrates his enthusiasm about the prospect of joining the bloc. This summit in Kazan will be a significant step for Turkey towards potentially joining BRICS.

    Turkey's Foreign Policy Context

    Turkey faces a complex foreign policy situation due to stalled European Union membership talks and tensions within NATO. Erdogan’s administration is pushing for a foreign policy that avoids forcing Turkey to choose sides between the East and the West. Erdogan frequently emphasizes the engagement with both Eastern and Western nations for mutual benefit.

    Significance of BRICS Membership

    Some analysts suggest that Turkey’s increasing ties with Russia and China could strain its relations within NATO. However, others believe that Turkey’s application for BRICS membership represents its strategy to diversify its diplomatic relations and enhance its strategic autonomy. BRICS governments offer alternative investment opportunities, which could provide financial relief to Turkey. President Erdogan hopes that stronger economic ties with BRICS countries will help Turkey leverage its strategic location as a bridge between Europe and Asia.

    The expanded BRICS group now includes 11 member states with a combined population of about 3.5 billion people and an economy worth over $28.5 trillion, representing about 28% of global GDP. Russia aims to increase the role of BRICS in the international financial system and to facilitate the integration of new participants during its 2024 presidency.

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