Rumors of Saudi Arabia joining BRICS have been swirling, but recent statements clarify the situation. Saudi Arabia has not yet officially joined the BRICs bloc of developing countries, the kingdom's minister of commerce said in a panel at the World Economic Forum. While Saudi Arabia has been invited to join BRICS but has not yet formally done so, the picture remains complex.

Conflicting reports have added to the confusion. Last week, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov described it as a BRICS member. However, a Saudi official source confirms that Saudi Arabia is still considering an invitation to become a member of the BRICS bloc of countries after being asked to join by the group last year. This consideration highlights the ongoing evaluation process within the kingdom.

Adding further clarity, Saudi Arabia’s economic minister, Faisal Alibrahim, has confirmed that Saudi Arabia has still not joined BRICS. He explained that the country is completing further internal assessments and considerations. The delay has surprised many, with Saudi Arabia's delay in joining BRICS surprises many as it reconsiders membership despite initial acceptance, citing unconfirmed official processes and geopolitical tensions.

So, while an invitation exists and discussions are underway, the official stance remains: Saudi Arabia is not currently a member of BRICS. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available.