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BRICS Expansion: Implications for Global Economic Balance

Vedica Singh by Vedica Singh
July 3, 2023
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BRICS Expansion: Implications for Global Economic Balance
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The BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), which includes the world’s largest emerging economies, has been a driving force in restructuring the global economic landscape. Recent talk of BRICS expansion raises serious questions about its impact on the balance of the global economy, given their combined economic power and growing influence. This article examines the potential consequences of BRICS expansion and the factors influencing and challenging its impact.

Development of the BRICS countries

Since its creation in 2009, the BRICS bloc has become a significant player in the global economy. The combined GDP of these five countries is an integral part of the world economy, and their population is an important consumer market. Over the years, the BRICS countries have cooperated on several fronts, including trade, investment, and development initiatives, challenging the traditional dominance of the West.

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Expansion of BRICS membership

​​Expanding BRICS membership to include other influential emerging economies has gained momentum in recent years. Potential expansion candidates countries such as Indonesia, Turkey, Mexico, and others have significant economic potential and regional importance. The accession of new members would strengthen the bloc’s economic weight and expand its geographical representation, thus strengthening its influence on the balance of the world economy.

Impact on global economic power

a) Changing economic focus: The accession of new BRICS members will accelerate the ongoing change in global economic focus from the West to the East. This harmonization would further challenge the traditional dominance of Western economies and lead to a more multipolar world.

b) Trade and investment opportunities: Expanding the BRICS countries would create new trade and investment opportunities for the member states. Increased trade between the BRICS countries can reduce dependence on Western markets and create a more balanced and diverse global trade network.

c) Geopolitical influence: An enlarged BRICS bloc would strengthen the geopolitical impact of its member states and enable them to pursue their interests on the global stage. This could lead to a realignment of global alliances and power dynamics.

Challenges and limitations

a) Different economic priorities: potential challenges may arise due to the financial stresses and stages of development of potential BRICS members. Harmonizing policies, regulations, and standards may prove difficult, hampering the bloc’s cohesion and effectiveness.

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b) Governance and decision-making: Expanding the BRICS bloc would require restructuring the current governance and decision-making mechanisms. Balancing the interests of new and existing members with maintaining efficiency and engagement can present significant challenges.

c) Competition and cooperation: The expansion of the BRICS countries can lead to increased competition between member states in specific sectors. However, proactive collaboration and sharing of information and resources could mitigate potential conflicts and promote a cooperative approach.

Effect on the balance of the world economy

a) Reforming the Multilateral System: An enlarged BRICS bloc could significantly influence international institutions such as the IMF and the World Bank, leading to a fairer and more representative global economic order.

b. Diversification of global economic relations: Expanding the BRICS countries would provide an alternative option for countries that want to diversify their economic partnerships beyond traditional Western countries. This would lead to a more balanced and inclusive global economy.

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