Turkey was offered partner country status by the BRICS group of nations, Trade Minister Omer Bolat said, as Ankara continues what it calls its efforts to balance its Eastern and Western ties.

The offer comes after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended a BRICS summit in Kazan, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, underscoring Ankara’s aspirations for deeper engagement with the group.

Turkey is seeking 'partner country' status with the BRICS bloc after requesting full membership earlier this year. The country aims to strengthen its ties with both Eastern and Western nations. Trade Minister Omer Bolat clarified that India has not blocked Turkey's application due to its ties with Pakistan.

Joining BRICS would be a valuable gain for Turkey, enhancing our cooperation with major global entities,” Trade Minister Bolat has said.

Turkey's trade minister says Turkey expects to be offered “partner country” status with the BRICS bloc of developing economies

Turkey has been invited to become a partner of the BRICS group of emerging-market powers, short of its expectation that it would be granted full membership.

Turkey was offered to become a partner country from the BRICS organization, which might affect its relations with NATO. According to Business Insider, Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat confirmed that Turkey has been offered a partnership with the BRICS group.