South Africa is hosting the three-day BRICS Summit in Johannesburg this week, putting the spotlight on BRICS expansion. Officials from South Africa have announced that more than 20 countries have officially applied to join the BRICS group, with over 40 countries expressing interest in becoming part of the bloc. Among these potential candidates is Indonesia.
Renanthera Roselina, an Indonesian economist, believes that joining BRICS could bring significant economic benefits to Indonesia. She emphasizes that membership would allow Indonesia and other member countries to harness their collective strengths by actively participating in decision-making and policy formulation. This increased collaboration is seen as a pathway to realizing the full potential of each member nation.
The possible inclusion of Indonesia into BRICS underscores the growing influence of emerging markets in global economics and politics. As Indonesia considers its application, the country looks forward to new opportunities for economic development and greater participation on the international stage.
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Indonesians looking forward to new opportunities brought by BRICS
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