The decision to apply for membership reflects President Prabowo Subianto’s more proactive approach to foreign policy.

Indonesia has become the newest member of the BRICS group of developing nations, in a move that could further bolster the Global South as Donald Trump’s trade policies pose risks to world economy.

Indonesia will formally join BRICS as a full member, Brazil's government said on Monday, further expanding the group of major emerging economies that also includes Russia, India, China and South Africa.

Indonesia has been formally accepted as a full member of BRICS, a coalition of major emerging economies including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This move aims to enhance cooperation with developing countries and support for reformation of global governance,

The announcement about Indonesia was made on Monday by Brazil, which holds the presidency of BRICS for 2025. The decision to admit Indonesia, which has a population

Brazil announced on Monday that Indonesia has been accepted as a full member of the BRICS (BRICS) developing countries' bloc. Brazil will preside over the group in 2025. The inclusion of the fourth-most populous country in the world strengthens the bloc.