By Kumari Krishna Indonesia became the first state in Southeast Asia to attain full membership in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) in early January 2025, and this membership became official on 6 January 2025 (Reuters, 2025; AP News, 2025) This is considered a milestone for Indonesia, making it important for Indonesia’s foreign policy because it aligns with Jakarta's adherence to multilateralism and the Global South, while also fulfilling Indonesia's "free and active" foreign policy(Antara News, 2025)...
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China’s Digital Strategy: Technology and Influence in the Global South
By Riddhi Khajanchi With the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), China has been exporting a range of AI technologies with the aim of promoting its governance model and extending its influence across numerous countries in the Global South. Rather than merely selling products, China is exporting AI-powered systems such as “Smart City” and “Safe City” projects, which employ cameras, sensors, and data to manage urban environments...
Strengthening Global South Solidarity: Multilateralism, South-South Cooperation, and Global Governance Reform in an Era of Uncertainty
By Aryan Gupta Global challenges -from the COVID-19 pandemic and climate crises to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza -have tested the resilience of developing nations (Group of 77 and China, 2023; UNCTAD, 2024; Young, 2024). In response, leaders of the Global South have called for deeper unity and more inclusive multilateralism to navigate these uncertainties (CFR, 2024; D. Jaishankar, as cited in Business Standard, 2025a; UNOSSC, 2024)...
Thailand–India Trade Relations: Trends and Strategic Prospects
By Aadityavikram Rana Thailand and India share a long history of civilizational, economic, and cultural linkages. In the modern era, these connections have evolved into strategic and commercial partnerships grounded in regional cooperation frameworks such as ASEAN, BIMSTEC, and the Mekong–Ganga Cooperation...
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