The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Brazil has announced that the Republic of Indonesia has officially become a full member of the BRICS on Monday. The approval by the bloc leaders for the candidacy of Indonesia in 2023 has allowed the country to enter into the BRICS successfully in 2025. “The Government of the Republic of Indonesia welcomes the announcement …

In recent few years, the BRICS grouping- consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, has gained remarkable attention on the global stage. As of late, a growing number of Southeast Asian countries are expressing their wish to join this bloc. The latest to show interest in it is Malaysia, and Thailand with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Srettha …

Last month’s BRICS summit held in South Africa concluded with a surprising decision – Indonesia did not join the group. This left many questioning why a nation with one of the world’s largest populations and economies, as well as a rich history of leadership in developing countries, did not become a new member.  In 1955, Indonesia hosted the Bandung Conference, …

As leaders gather in Johannesburg for the 15th BRICS summit, the world is abuzz about the potential for a seismic shift in global geopolitics. BRICS is likely to challenge the long-standing US hegemony and contribute to reshaping the global order. The grouping of the world economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa embodies a unique convergence of geographically …

Going ahead with his second international trip of 2023, after an official trip to Russia in March, Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing on Monday for the 15th BRICS Summit to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, Xinhua news agency reported. BRICS derives its name from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, with the group representing 42% of the …

Bangladesh’s potential membership in the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) bloc has raised discussions about the potential benefits it could bring to the country. As a growing economy with strategic geographical positioning, Bangladesh has been actively exploring the advantages that BRICS membership could offer. One of the key potential benefits for Bangladesh in joining BRICS is enhanced …