# Ghana plans formal application to join BRICS

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- China News Service, 2026-10-08 08:29 UTC
- Politics
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-10-08/detail-ihfkxmcz6611584.shtml

> Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said Tuesday that the country intends to formally seek BRICS membership. He said joining would broaden Ghana’s economic options, diversify its international partnerships and deepen cooperation with Global South countries.