Indonesia Joins BRICS as the 10th Member: A New Era for Global Economic Cooperation
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Indonesia's addition strengthens the BRICS alliance. |
| Indonesia's Membership | Officially joined as the 10th member of BRICS. |
| Endorsement | Candidacy endorsed at the 2023 Johannesburg Summit. |
| Brazil's Presidency (2025) | Focus on global governance reforms and cooperation within the Global South. |
| BRICS Expansion | Includes recent additions: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia (Not Joined Yet), and the UAE. |
| Historical Background | Formed in 2006; South Africa joined in 2010, formalizing BRICS. |
| Indonesia's Role | Largest economy in Southeast Asia; shares priorities with BRICS members. |