To BRICS or Not to BRICS: the Group’s Future After Expansion

... Arabia join its ranks. Despite the historic restoration of diplomatic relations, the two nations still have a long way to go before fully normalizing their dialogue. The potential accession of Vietnam, which will participate in the Kazan summit in the BRICS Plus/Outreach format, should be viewed in the same light. Hanoi’s strained relations with Beijing may slow down discussions on certain issues, especially in areas most sensitive to both. Consistency in foreign policy among BRICS members and candidate ...