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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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...
Global South Studies Series 