| ID | 126679 |
| Title Proper | Turkey and the BRICS |
| Other Title Information | can Turkey join the BRICS? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Bacik, Gokhan |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | There is growing Turkish interest in the BRICS, and an ever-growing positive public perception of them. Criticism is rare, as the BRICS are interpreted as an important alternative direction in pursuit of global prestige and a new role for Turkey. Although, there is yet to be a well-defined official strategy, Ankara is interested in increasing its relationship with the BRICS. This paper aims to analyze three intertwined questions that intrude upon the putative relationship: What does "the BRICS" mean? A study of Turkey's position vis-à-vis the BRICS requires an analysis of the latter in terms of their nature, evolution and vision. What are the similarities and differences between Turkey and the BRICS? Is Turkey already a BRICS country? Or, is Turkey only eligible for BRICS membership? What are the pros and cons of a possible Turkish membership of the BRICS consortium? |
| `In' analytical Note | Turkish Studies Vol. 14, No.4; Dec 2013: p.758-773 |
| Journal Source | Turkish Studies Vol. 14, No.4; Dec 2013: p.758-773 |
| Key Words | Turkey ; BRICS ; Global Prestige |