Parliament must not be a spectator in BRICS decision – Hassan Ayariga

Source: MyJoyOnline · 2026-10-18T01:06:12.000Z · Politics

The Founder and Leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, has called on Parliament to scrutinise the government’s proposed move to join BRICS, warning against excluding elected representatives from major national decisions. In a press statement issued on Saturday, October 17, 2026, Dr Ayariga urged the Speaker of Parliament, the Majority and Minority leadership, and all Members of Parliament to demand a comprehensive briefing from the Minister for Foreign Affairs on the proposed partnership. “Parliament must demand a comprehensive briefing from the Minister for Foreign Affairs concerning the proposed BRICS partnership,” he stated.

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