Parliament's Presiding Officers on the Successful 15th BRICS Summit

Parliament, Saturday, 26August 2023 - The Presiding Officers of Parliament, Speaker Ms Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and Chairperson Mr Amos Masondo, extend Parliament's heartfelt congratulations and profound appreciation to His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, the Chairperson of BRICS, and the Heads of State from the BRICS nations for the success of the15th BRICS Summit held in Sandton, Johannesburg.

The outcomes of this historic Summit stand as a testament to the visionary leadership and unwavering commitment of the BRICS leadership. We commend President Ramaphosa for guiding the Summit discussions towards fostering collaboration, addressing global challenges, and laying the foundation for a more equitable world order.

The 15th BRICS Summit outcomes encapsulate a robust spirit of international collaboration,underscoring multilateralism, peaceful conflict resolution, and the pursuit of sustainable development. The Summit's commitment to addressing economic inequality, fostering growth, and exploring innovative financial solutions promises to bolster not only the BRICS nations but also resonate as a source of progress and stability for Africa and the world. By advocating for global financial reform, encouraging people-to-people exchanges, and championing the needs of the Global South, the Summit sets a precedent for equitable development, cultural understanding, and inclusive cooperation that stands to uplift economies, strengthen partnerships, and create a more harmonious global landscape.

We commend the collective decision to expand the BRICS family by welcoming new member states, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, Ethiopia, Egypt, Argentina, and the United Arab Emirates.This expansion signifies BRICS' dedication to inclusivity, diverse perspectives, and shared development. The benefits of this expansion ripple not only across Africa but resonate globally, particularly for developing nations,emerging markets, and the advancement of multipolarism.

The expansion of BRICS represents a strategic step towards promoting cooperative development,innovation, and the enhancement of economic ties. The inclusion of new member states brings fresh opportunities for harnessing collective strengths to tackle economic disparities, foster sustainable growth, and amplify the voices of developing countries on the global stage.

As we celebrate the successful conclusion of the 15th BRICS Summit, we eagerly anticipate the upcoming 9th BRICS Parliamentary Forum (BRICS PF) Assembly. Scheduled to take place from September 27 to 29, 2023, at Emperor's Palace in Gauteng Province,this assembly holds immense importance. Chaired by the South African Parliament, the BRICS PF Assembly brings together legislative bodies from BRICS nations to oversee the translation of Summit decisions into actionable policies.

We are pleased to announce that, in light of the expanded BRICS family, the invitation to participate in the BRICS Parliamentary Forum Assembly will also be extended to the parliaments of the newly admitted member states. This extension of collaboration signifies a commitment to enhancing inter-parliamentary cooperation and ensuring that the deliberations and outcomes of the Summit are effectively translated into tangible progress.

The Presiding Officers emphasize their confidence that the successful deliberations and outcomes of the BRICS Summit will undoubtedly inspire and set a positive precedent for the forthcoming BRICS Parliamentary Forum Assembly. The Brics Parliamentary Forum Assembly will further the goals of cooperation, dialogue, and equitable development, ensuring that the Forum continues to be a platform for impactful discussions and meaningful progress.

The Presiding Officers commends the people of South Africa for their warm and gracious hospitality. Their welcoming spirit and dedication to ensuring that our distinguished guests from around the world felt at ease and valued throughout their stay for this pivotal BRICS Summit are truly praiseworthy. The genuine camaraderie and sense of unity experienced during the Summit were made possible by the efforts of countless individuals, reaffirming our collective commitment as a nation to the spirit of Ubuntu.

ISSUED BY THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
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