The expansion of BRICS presents new prospects for the organization, but their realization depends on the member nations' ability to surmount internal challenges and enhance cooperation. Elaborate. (15 marks, 250 words)

Way Forward: Addressing Internal Challenges and enhance cooperation 1. Keeping aside internal differences within India-India 2. Reducing trade deficit between India-China 3. Boosting trade ties among states 4. Free Trade Agreements, Migration and Mobility Agreements need to be devised 5. Unified opinion and stance on International issues This can go a long way in bridging the North-South gap here negotiating an era of international cooperation and harmony

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