President Prabowo Subianto highlighted the enduring importance of the “Bandung Spirit” during the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, reported that President Prabowo emphasized the country’s dedication to global peace and adherence to international law in his speech to the forum. He reiterated Indonesia’s support for global peace through multilateralism and emphasized the rejection of war and double standards in international relations.
Furthermore, President Prabowo reminded fellow BRICS leaders of the significance of the “Bandung Spirit,” which refers to the solidarity principles among developing nations established at the 1955 Asian-African Conference in Bandung, Indonesia. Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Arrmanatha Nasir, confirmed that Brazil, as the host country of the summit, warmly welcomed the reference to Bandung. Brazil expressed hope that BRICS could revive the Bandung legacy to further advance the interests of developing nations. This marked Indonesia’s first participation as a full member in the BRICS summit, and the presence of President Prabowo was well-received.
Overall, the reaffirmation of the Bandung Spirit at the BRICS Summit underscores Indonesia’s commitment to promoting global peace, upholding international law, and fostering solidarity among developing nations. The reference to Bandung principles resonated positively with fellow BRICS leaders, demonstrating the continued relevance of these values in the international arena.
