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 welcomed its official full membership of BRICS on Tuesday, hailing the development as “a strategic step” in fostering cooperation with fellow Global South countries to promote a “just and peaceful” world.

JAKARTA -- Indonesia on Tuesday welcomed its formal entry into BRICS, saying it would use its membership to strengthen partnerships with and amplify voices of the Global South.

The Global South countries, working hand in hand, have brought new dynamics and new outlook for improving global governance, A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday, in response to question on the rise of the Global South and its impact to the world.

Introduction to a Historic Milestone Indonesia became the newest member of the BRICS group on Monday, marking a significant milestone for Southeast Asia’s largest nation. Brazil, a founding member of the bloc,

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.

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 addition of the fourth-most populous country in the world strengthens the bloc.