US concerned over Thailand, Malaysia's aspirations to join BRICS

The United States is expressing concern over Thailand and Malaysia's aspirations to join BRICS, fearing a potential shift in influence within the strategically important Southeast Asian region.

The inclusion of these countries in BRICS could signify a move towards multipolarity rather than blocularity, which may challenge US dominance in the area, Caliber.Az reports per Foreign Policy.

The article by Foreign Policy highlights that while Southeast Asian countries are not direct opponents of the United States, their interest in joining BRICS stems from dissatisfaction with the current rules-based world order and the global uncertainty caused by the perceived decline of US power.

This shift could have significant implications for the geopolitical landscape, as BRICS continues to attract nations from the Global South seeking alternatives to traditional Western-led structures.