Serbia is considering joining BRICS as an alternative to EU membership, Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin told German newspaper Berliner Zeitung.
Serbia "will certainly be present in Kazan" in Russia for the BRICS Summit later this month, Vulin said. "It would be irresponsible not to explore all possibilities, including BRICS membership."
"If BRICS is attractive to other countries, such as the Emirates, Saudi Arabia, or Turkiye, why should it be any different for Serbia?" he asked. "There is no doubt that BRICS has become a real alternative to the EU."
Starting on January 1, 2024, Russia assumed the presidency of BRICS. The year began with the addition of new members to the group — along with Russia, Brazil, India, China, and South Africa, BRICS now includes Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.
The BRICS heads of state summit will be held in Kazan from October 22 to 24.