Indonesia Joins BRICS New Development Bank with $1 Billion Contribution

Source: Monitor Mercantil | Original Published At: 2025-12-08 19:52:32 UTC

Key Points

• Indonesia officially joined the New Development Bank (NDB) with an initial $1 billion investment in December 2025.
• The move aligns with Indonesia's strategic role in the Global South and its BRICS membership since January 2025.
• NDB President Dilma Rousseff highlighted Indonesia's alignment with BRICS priorities: infrastructure, digital connectivity, and sustainable development.
• Indonesia's development plans (2025-2045) and 77 strategic projects will guide NDB collaboration.
• The NDB emphasizes demand-driven cooperation, respecting member sovereignty while focusing on poverty reduction and technological innovation.