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Joining BRICS to bring positive impact for Indonesia, region, world: Indonesian FM

Jakarta, Jan. 10 (UNI) Days after being announced as a full member of BRICS, Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono said here on Friday that joining the group will bring a positive impact to Indonesia, the region and the world.
The Brazilian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday the official entry of Indonesia as a full member into BRICS, marking the first expansion of the group after Brazil assumed the rotating presidency for 2025.
"This decision is not the result of overnight work but rather the outcome of Indonesia's diplomatic efforts, consistency, and determination," Sugiono said in its annual press statement, adding the decision aligned with the country's long-standing foreign policy of free and active engagement in the global order.
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Pakistan economy falls further as debt servicing falls below development – defence infrastructure

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BNP chairman Tarique Rahman outlines development plans while campaigning in Dinajpur

07 Feb 2026 | 11:04 PM

Dinajpur, Feb 7 (UNI) BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday outlined a package of development pledges for northern Bangladesh, including a major Teesta Barrage project, as he campaigned in the greater Dinajpur–Rangpur region ahead of the Feb 12 general election.

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PM Modi hails Indian Diaspora as ‘living bridge’ as India–Malaysia ties get fresh momentum in Kuala Lumpur

PM Modi hails Indian Diaspora as ‘living bridge’ as India–Malaysia ties get fresh momentum in Kuala Lumpur

07 Feb 2026 | 10:11 PM

New Delhi/Kuala Lumpur, Feb 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday underscored India’s growing strategic, economic and cultural engagement with Southeast Asia, describing the Indian diaspora in Malaysia as a “living bridge” that anchors the historic friendship between the two countries, as he addressed a large community gathering in Kuala Lumpur.

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