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 will formally join BRICS as a full member, Brazil's government said on Monday, further expanding the group of major emerging economies that also includes Russia, India, China and South Africa.

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,