At Brics summit, Argentina's bid for membership is up for discussion and subject to debate
As Brics, the coalition of emerging economies made up of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, begin discussions at its 15th summit starting on Tuesday in Johannesburg, the biggest debates may revolve around a country that is not even a member: Argentina. For the first time in 13 years - South Africa, this year's host, joined in 2010 - the group is considering expanding its ranks. Argentina, which has applied for entry, regards membership as a way to improve its economy, which has endur