Fake Claim of India's Expulsion from BRICS by China goes Viral
Pakistan, which has applied for the BRICS membership, is looking forward to joining the group of developing nations under Russia’s presidency in 2024.
Admist this news, a claim is being shared by Pak social media users where thy are claiming about India’s Expulsion from the BRICS. A social media user name PSYWAR Bureau, a frequent false news peddler account has shared a claim, “China has assured Pakistan that if lndia does not approve its membership request, lndia wiII be expeIIed from BRlCS.”
Additionally, another user had also shared the same news reagarding India’s expulsion from BRICS by China.
Fact Check
The DFRAC Team investigated the viral the claim. On investigation we found it’s a False claim made by Pak Social media handles. We checked the official website of the BRICS along with media reports. It has no where being mentioned that India will be expelled From BRICS if Pakistan Joins.
BRICS is an organization of equal partners. It operates on principles of consensus and cooperation, and any significant decision, such as expelling a member, would require the agreement of all member states. Furthermore, India is one of the five founding members of the BRICS.
What’s the news?
According to India Today’s report, Pakistan has formally applied for membership in the BRICS. Islamabad has filed the application to join the body. It has sought Russia’s support, quoting Pakistan’s envoy to Russia, Muhammad Khalid Jamali, the agency reported. Pakistan is looking forward to joining the group of developing nations under Russia’s presidency in 2024.
Conclusion
Henceforth, China cannot unilaterally expel India. Any such move would require the consensus of all BRICS members, which is highly improbable given the organization’s principles and the mutual interests at stake.
Thus, the claim is false and Baseless.
