BRICS Expansion and Global Implications Quiz

Which countries officially joined the BRICS alliance as of January 1st, 2024?

• South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Morocco

• Argentina, Brazil, China, India, Russia

• Mexico, Canada, USA, UK, France

• Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, UAE

What was the original purpose of forming the BRICS group?

• To establish a new global currency

• To counterbalance Western influence

• To promote Western economic policies

• To create a military alliance

What is the combined economic worth of the newly expanded BRICS?

• $100 trillion

• $50 trillion

• $28.5 trillion

• $10 trillion

What might the inclusion of new countries in BRICS challenge?

• The global environmental policies

• The established Western economic order

• The global technological standards

• The United Nations' authority

Why did Argentina decide not to join BRICS?

• To focus on military expansion

• Because of a different geopolitical alignment

• Due to economic instability

• To strengthen ties with the European Union

What did Argentina's President express despite not joining BRICS?

• A focus on domestic issues only

• Interest in future partnerships

• A desire for isolation

• A plan to join NATO

What does the BRICS expansion signify for the new member countries?

• A focus on military alliances

• A commitment to economic cooperation

• A move towards cultural integration

• A shift towards isolationism

What potential challenges might arise from the BRICS expansion?

• Differences in cultural, political, and economic priorities

• Increased military conflicts

• A reduction in technological innovation

• A decline in global trade

What is the potential benefit of the diversity within BRICS?

• It could lead to more conflicts

• It might foster innovation and resilience

• It will limit political dialogue

• It will reduce economic growth

When is the next BRICS Summit scheduled to be held?

• March 2025

• October 2024

• December 2023

• January 2024