Thailand Wants to Join BRICS! | India’s Key Role | BRICS Explained in Telugu| Global South Rise

Thailand has officially expressed interest in joining BRICS, seeking India’s support ahead of New Delhi’s BRICS chairmanship in 2026. This move reflects the growing influence of BRICS, expanding solidarity within the Global South, and Thailand’s aim to diversify strategic and economic partnerships.

In this video, we cover:

🇹🇭 Thailand’s Bid to Join BRICS

Why Thailand wants BRICS membership

Strategic relevance for India and Asia

Thailand’s geography, economy & regional significance

🌏 BRICS: Composition, Evolution & Expansion

Current 11 members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran

Origin (2001–2011) & major expansions (2024–25)

New Development Bank (NDB)

Objectives: governance reforms, financial cooperation, South–South solidarity

📌 Key 2025 BRICS Outcomes

BRICS Pay & local currency settlement

BRICS Multilateral Guarantee Mechanism for infrastructure and climate resilience

⚠️ US Reactions

Concerns over de-dollarisation

Trump’s proposed 10%–100% tariff threats

Rising geopolitical tensions

🇮🇳 India’s Balanced Stand

Supports alternative settlement mechanisms, not replacing USD

Refuses Russian oil payments in Yuan

Focus on strategic autonomy and avoiding Chinese monetary dominance

🔔 Key Takeaway:
Thailand’s interest in BRICS highlights the bloc’s rising global influence, expanding strategic footprint, and India’s shaping role in Global South leadership.

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