A US ally wants to join BRICS. Why?

Kenyan experts have shared their views on the country’s desire to join the group

Last November, Kenyan President William Ruto made public his country’s intention to join BRICS during a visit by Li Xi, the secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection of the ruling Communist Party of China. Specifically, Ruto made an appeal to China to support Kenya’s quest for membership in the group.

Ruto’s request reflects the desire...