Shared Interests Between BRICS & ASEAN Drive Push For Multipolar World, Expert Says
Shared Interests Between BRICS & ASEAN Drive Push For Multipolar World, Expert Says
The growing interest of Southeast Asian nations in BRICS is driven by a desire for neutrality, economic autonomy, and a more balanced global order, Matheus Bruno Pereira of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro told Sputnik.
Key takeaways from the expert:
Attracting ASEAN Powers: Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand are increasingly looking toward BRICS due to shared philosophical views and a mutual focus on independence and neutrality.
Economic Leverage: BRICS provides ASEAN countries with a platform to internationalize their companies and boost autonomy. For example, forging closer ties with Russia secures crucial energy imports.
Diplomatic Reach: As ASEAN solidifies its regional management role, it views BRICS as a highly effective tool to connect and communicate with other nations across the Global South.
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