The six countries look forward to further deepening cooperation and are invited to join the BRICS cooperation mechanism
On the 24th, the special press conference of the 15th BRICS Leaders Meeting announced that Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Iran, and Ethiopia will be officially invited to become members of the BRICS family. Leaders and officials of the six countries welcome this and look forward to further deepening cooperation.
Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal stated on the 24th that Saudi Arabia looks forward to further cooperation with the BRICS countries. He said that Saudi Arabia has a strategic relationship with the BRICS countries, and the BRICS mechanism is an important channel to strengthen economic cooperation among countries. Saudi Arabia appreciates the invitation of the BRICS countries to join the BRICS cooperation mechanism.
Egyptian President Sesi expressed his appreciation for Egypt's invitation to join the BRICS Cooperation Mechanism on the 24th. Egypt looks forward to coordinating and cooperating with existing and new BRICS members to achieve the goal of strengthening economic cooperation among members, raising the voice of the "global south" on various issues and challenges, and promoting the rights and interests of developing countries.
UAE President Mohammad bin Zayed Al Nahayan posted on social media on the 24th, stating that the UAE agrees with the shared vision of BRICS leaders for the future development of humanity and appreciates the decision to invite the UAE to join the BRICS Cooperation Mechanism. The Afghan side looks forward to further deepening cooperation with all parties to achieve common prosperity worldwide.
Argentine President Fernandez said in a video speech on social media on the 24th that joining the BRICS cooperation mechanism will provide Argentina with excellent development opportunities and open up a new situation. Joining the BRICS Cooperation Mechanism is an important step for Argentina to build a more friendly and open country, which will promote domestic economic development, social equity, and improve people's well-being.
Mohammad Jamhidi, Deputy Director of Political Affairs in the Office of the President of Iran, stated on social media on the 24th that Iran's accession to the BRICS cooperation mechanism is a historic step and a strategic victory in Iran's foreign policy. He congratulated Iran.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abi wrote on social media on the 24th, "Today, the leaders of BRICS countries support Ethiopia's accession to the BRICS Cooperation Mechanism, which is a great moment for Ethiopia. Ethiopia is ready to cooperate with all parties to establish an inclusive and prosperous global order."