Sinan Ulgen, the head of the Istanbul-based think tank EDAM, told <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/09/04/turkey-nato-russia-g7-brics-rival-china-us/">Newsweek</a> that Turkey's decision to apply for BRICS was "a strategy to strengthen relations with non-Western powers at a time when the US hegemony is waning." 
 
He added, "The bilateral relationship with the US has also been problematic."

“Any method other than this will not benefit Turkey, but will harm it.”{ai:summary}Turkey has applied to join the BRICS alliance, signaling a shift away from Western institutions amid stalled EU membership talks. This move reflects President Erdogan's aim to enhance Turkey's global influence by balancing ties with both the East and West.Erdogan's application comes as Russia and China seek to bolster partnerships with developing nations, challenging Western dominance. Analysts suggest this strategy aims to improve Turkey's standing while addressing ongoing tensions with the US. #foreignaffairs

Turkey becomes first NATO member to apply for BRICS membership

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