New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- South African actress and producer Tarina Patel spoke about the growing role of BRICS and the need for stronger ties between its member countries as India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Speaking about the summit, Patel said the grouping has entered its third decade and now has over 20 countries as members and partners. She also pointed to the combined population and economic strength of the group.

"I think that the common point that was reiterated is that we're now going into the third decade of BRICS, having celebrated over 20 years. There are more than 20 countries that have joined, and together we represent more than half the world's population and account for 40% of the GDP. " she told ANI.

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