As the largest economy within the BRICS framework, China plays a pivotal role in advancing the BRICS cooperation mechanism. In tandem with its fellow BRICS nations, Indonesia is committed to strengthening the collective voice of the Global South.
As Southeast Asia’s largest economy, Indonesia has long been a key player in regional and international affairs. Its official accession to BRICS earlier this year underscores its thoughtful deliberation for integration into global governance. By joining this influential collaboration platform of emerging economies and developing countries, Indonesia seeks to elevate its international standing, expand its network of partnerships, and reaffirm its long-term dedication to inclusive development.
BRICS membership presents Indonesia with new opportunities for economic cooperation. Developing infrastructure, particularly improving its inter-island connectivity, remains an urgent priority for the nation. Participation in the BRICS cooperation framework allows Indonesia to leverage its potential in infrastructure construction, technological exchange, and trade network expansion. By advancing projects such as road and port construction, the country aims to foster a more interconnected national and regional market. Indonesia is also poised to accelerate project development in energy, digital infrastructure, and other sectors, reinforcing its growth power and resilience in an increasingly interconnected world. Deeper collaboration with BRICS partners in financial technology, e-commerce, and artificial intelligence will further drive Indonesia’s innovation agenda, unlocking new engines of economic growth. The maritime economy remains a cornerstone of Indonesia’s Global Maritime Fulcrum vision. Closer cooperation with BRICS nations will facilitate the country’s port modernization, enhance its maritime resource management, and accelerate the growth of its blue economy. Furthermore, Indonesia possesses significant potential to strengthen maritime security, bolster ocean trade, and build its capacity for sustainable resource utilization.
Indonesia’s formal inclusion in BRICS marks not only a milestone in its economic development but also a move of considerable strategic importance. As a nation that has long championed an independent and proactive foreign policy, Indonesia plays a crucial role in shaping a more just global order. Its entry into BRICS further reinforces peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The BRICS cooperation mechanism prioritizes multilateral solutions and inclusive growth. The framework amplifies the voices of emerging economies and developing nations, advocating for the greater participation of the Global South in international affairs and advancing a multipolar world order. Indonesia’s commitment to resolving disputes through dialogue resonates strongly with the cooperative principles that have long underpinned the BRICS partnership.
Indonesia’s accession brings fresh momentum into the BRICS cooperation mechanism. Viewing the mechanism as a key platform for driving global governance reforms, Indonesia will bring a fresh regional perspective that enhances the system’s overall influence. Through its participation, Indonesia is poised to leverage its diplomatic strengths to contribute to international financial reforms, climate policies, and global sustainable development, fostering a more just, balanced, and inclusive global governance system.
China, the largest economy within the BRICS framework, holds a key position in strengthening the BRICS cooperation mechanism. Indonesia can benefit from China’s expertise in infrastructure development, clean energy utilization, and digital platform construction to fast-track its energy transition, foster industrial modernization, and improve national connectivity. By aligning its position with other BRICS nations, Indonesia aims to further amplify the voice of the Global South on the international stage.
Source: People's Daily
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