Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin said that the country is studying the option of membership in the BRICS, which he called "a real alternative to the EU." The Serbian politician said this in an interview with the Berliner Zeitung, UNN reports.
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"Serbia will definitely be in Kazan. It would be irresponsible if we did not explore all options, including BRICS membership. If BRICS is attractive to other countries, such as the Emirates, Saudi Arabia or Turkey, why should Serbia be different? So there is no doubt that BRICS has become a real alternative to the EU," said Serbian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin, answering whether joining BRICS would be an option for Serbia.
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This year's BRICS summit will take place in a few days in Kazan, Russia. Azerbaijan and Turkey are among those who have applied for membership.