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.

Turkey has received an offer to become a partner country from the BRICS organization, which might affect its relations with NATO. According to the Business Insider portal, Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat confirmed that Turkey received an offer to become a partner country from the BRICS 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 considers BRICS partnership as an economic opportunity, not a replacement for NATO, as it weighs membership options.

Turkey requested to join the group as a full member earlier this year with the stated aim of “simultaneously” strengthening its ties with East and West