Indonesia’s membership of BRICS has attracted a widespread response. Here is a look at the hopes, expectations and analysis from leaders and laymen from Indonesia and the region.
Indonesia defends joining BRICS, vows to be ‘bridge-builder’ amid shifting alliances
Foreign Minister Sugiono said Jakarta’s joining BRICS is to “cool down the global economic rivalry,” Jakarta Global reported.
BRICS nations account for 34% of Indonesia’s non-oil and gas exports in 2024
Indonesia’s non-oil and gas exports to the five major BRICS nations reached $84.37 billion in 2024, accounting for nearly 34 percent of the country’s total non-oil and gas export value, according to the Central Statistics Agency.
Interview: Entry into BRICS brings new development opportunities to Indonesia
Indonesia’s entry into BRICS marks a strategic milestone for its domestic economy and global trade landscape, said Alexander Michael Tjahjadi, an Indonesian economist at the think tank Indonesia China Partnership Studies.
Indonesia joins BRICS: What does it mean for West Papua?
Indonesia officially joined BRICS on January 6 — marking a significant milestone in its foreign relations. In a statement released on January 7, the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasised that this membership reflects Indonesia’s dedication to strengthening multilateral cooperation and its growing influence in global politics. The ministry highlighted that joining BRICS aligns with Indonesia’s independent and proactive foreign policy, which seeks to maintain balanced relations with major powers while prioritising national interests.
Indonesia’s stock exchange highlights potential economic boost from BRICS membership
Indonesia’s official entry into BRICS has the potential to increase the flow of investment capital from member countries of the group into the domestic market, according to Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX).
BRICS newcomer Indonesia wants to cool down geoeconomic rivalry
Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono said that Indonesia was hoping to cool down the global economic rivalry by joining the Russia and China-led BRICS.
As full member of BRICS, Indonesia should be wary of ‘trade turbulence’ and Trump’s tariff threats: Analysts
Indonesia this week marked a significant milestone in its international endeavours, one that is a success for President Prabowo’s ‘outward-looking’ administration, according to some analysts.
Indonesia’s BRICS entry promises growth in oil, gas investments
Indonesia’s inclusion as a full member of BRICS will help bolster investments in the oil and gas sector, according to the Special Task Force for Upstream Oil and Gas Business Activities (SKK Migas).
Indonesia joining BRICS to boost country’s role on global stage — lawmaker
Indonesia’s accession to BRICS as a full-fledged member will strengthen its positions on the global arena, Deputy Chairman of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) Eddy Soeparno said.
Indonesia must make stance clear after joining BRICS: expert
The Indonesian Government needs to clearly communicate and articulate its position to the international community after becoming the 10th member of the BRICS intergovernmental grouping, according to an economist from Paramadina University, Wijayanto Samirin.
Globe’s fourth most populous nation becomes part of BRICS
Indonesia has officially joined the BRICS group as a full member, a decision announced by Brazil, the current holder of the group’s rotating presidency.
