Which of the following countries became a member of the BRICS’ New Development Bank in May 2025?
Algeria
Algeria deposited its instrument of accession on 19 May 2025, becoming the New Development Bank's (NDB) ninth member country, after nations like Bangladesh, the UAE, and Egypt had earlier joined.
The NDB, headquartered in Shanghai, was established by the BRICS grouping in 2015 to fund infrastructure and sustainable development projects, and Algeria's entry extended its reach into North Africa.
Hence, the correct answer is Algeria.
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