**Bridging Indo-Pacific and Developing Nations: A Strategy for RI**
Jakarta – Indonesia’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Sugiono, announced Indonesia’s full membership in BRICS, highlighting the country’s role in bridging the interests of developing nations and the Indo-Pacific Region. In his annual statement delivered on Friday, Sugiono emphasized Indonesia’s commitment to preventing the escalation of geo-economic and geopolitical rivalries.
**Indonesia’s Strategic Diplomatic Approach**
Sugiono stressed that Indonesia’s membership in BRICS was the result of years of consistent and steadfast diplomacy. He noted that Indonesia’s active engagement in multilateral groups such as G20, APEC, IPEF, MIKTA, and the CPTPP, along with the ongoing process of becoming a full member of the OECD, demonstrates the country’s independent and proactive foreign policy stance.
**Global Impact of BRICS Alliance**
Brazil, the 2025 BRICS chair, extended congratulations to Indonesia on its accession to the alliance. The BRICS alliance, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other member countries like Indonesia, has the potential to reshape the world’s economic landscape significantly. With 12 partner countries and accounting for a substantial portion of the world’s GDP and population, BRICS is a key player in global affairs.
**Implications for Indonesia’s Foreign Policy**
Indonesia’s participation in BRICS opens up new avenues for the country to assert its foreign policy objectives on the global stage. By aligning itself with like-minded nations in the alliance, Indonesia can amplify its voice on critical issues and contribute to shaping the international order.
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As a child growing up in Indonesia, I often heard my parents talk about the importance of the country’s foreign relations and diplomatic engagements. The news of Indonesia’s full membership in BRICS brought a sense of pride and excitement to many Indonesians, myself included. It’s fascinating to see how Indonesia’s strategic diplomatic approach is shaping its role in the global arena, and I look forward to witnessing the positive impact of this new alliance on the country’s foreign policy objectives.
What are your thoughts on Indonesia’s membership in BRICS? How do you think this will influence Indonesia’s position in the Indo-Pacific Region and on the global stage? Share your insights and perspectives in the comments below!
