Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this exclusive Think BRICS interview, international relations expert Sellita explains how Jakarta navigates a fragmented world through multi-engagement and the historic Bandung Spirit. Prabowo Subianto is redefining the role of a middle power by refusing to pick sides in the rivalry between Russia, China, and India. We dive deep into why Indonesia BRICS membership is a "new hope" to reduce dependency on Western institutions like the IMF and build national resilience.
The discussion covers:The Pentagon & Putin:
- How Indonesia secures a US defense deal while simultaneously negotiating oil and gas imports from Putin to stabilize domestic market prices.
- Strategic Autonomy: The shift toward using local currency and "de-dollarization" to protect against global uncertainty and the US dollar system.
- Nickel & Trade: The role of nickel in global AI supply chains and the strategic importance of the Strait of Malacca for trade and economic growth.
- Bridge Builder: How ASEAN’s informal leader acts as a pivot between the Global South and the West to ensure regional security.
While we analyze international relations and diplomacy, this video does not provide a legal breakdown of the pending nickel export laws or the outdated nuclear regulations. We do not speculate on the personal political future of Trump or his specific impact on investment in Jakarta .
Additionally, this is not a technical tutorial on infrastructure engineering or a financial forecast for specific market prices of commodities beyond oil and gas. We focus on the non-alignment strategy rather than domestic party politics or specific military tactical maneuvers. Stay tuned to Think BRICS for more on global governance and the BRICS evolution.
#BRICS #indonesia #malacca
0:00 - Indonesia’s BRICS Strategy Explained: Balancing the US, China, and Putin
0:35 - Inside Indonesia’s Foreign Policy: Bandung Spirit and Non-Alignment in Action
1:08 - How Jakarta Practices “Active Alignment” in a Fragmented World
1:39 - From Cold War Roots to Modern Strategy: Indonesia’s Global Role Evolves
2:23 - Why Indonesia Joined BRICS: Reducing Western Dependence and Gaining Autonomy
2:59 - BRICS vs the West: What Indonesia Really Wants from the Global South Bloc
3:37 - Can BRICS Replace IMF and World Bank? Indonesia’s Strategic Calculation
4:23 - Indonesia as a Global Bridge Builder Between North and South
5:00 - Leveraging BRICS for Influence: Indonesia’s Rise in Global Governance
5:30 - Strait of Malacca Power Play: How Indonesia Balances China and the US
6:04 - Multi-Engagement Strategy: Why Indonesia Refuses to Pick Sides
6:35 - China Leverage vs US Security: Jakarta’s Dual Strategy Explained
7:20 - The Reality of Great Power Rivalry: Can Indonesia Stay Neutral Long-Term?
7:46 - “No Permanent Friends, Only Interests”: Indonesia’s Realist Doctrine
8:23 - National Resilience First: The Core of Indonesia’s Geopolitical Strategy
9:12 - De-Dollarization Debate: Can Indonesia Escape the US Dollar System?
10:33 - Local Currencies vs Dollar Dominance: The BRICS Economic Vision
11:57 - Dollar vs Yuan: How Indonesia Navigates Currency Competition
12:30 - India-China Rivalry: How Indonesia Stays Neutral and Profits
13:55 - Building Options, Not Alliances: Jakarta’s Geopolitical Playbook
14:42 - Prabowo’s Bold Diplomacy: Putin Meeting and Pentagon Deal at Once
15:16 - Middle Power Moves: Indonesia’s Strategy in a Multipolar World
15:55 - Russia for Energy, US for Security: The Dual Approach Explained
16:46 - Oil, Gas, and Geopolitics: Why Indonesia Engages Moscow
17:53 - Rising Oil Prices and Global Shocks: Why Options Matter
18:25 - Strategic Autonomy Through Diversification: Indonesia’s Long Game
18:53 - Multipolar Chaos: Why Having More Options Is Indonesia’s Survival Strategy
19:32 - Signaling Independence: Why Indonesia Meets Rivals Back-to-Back
20:07 - From Moscow to Paris: Prabowo’s Global Diplomatic Tour
20:37 - Indonesia as a “Bridge Builder”: A Key Player in Global Power Balance
21:25 - Control of Trade Routes: Why the Strait of Malacca Matters Globally
21:25 - Nickel Power: How Indonesia Became Critical to the Global Economy
23:03 - Nuclear Ambitions: Indonesia’s Talks with Russia’s Rosatom
23:29 - Strategic Partnerships Without Alignment: Indonesia’s Winning Formula
✉ Newsletter: thinkbrics.substack.com
🗣 Subscribe: youtube.com/@ThinkBRICS?sub_confirmation=1
☞ Buy Us A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/ThinkBRICS
☞ Our Socials: dubbia.com/profile/Think-BRICS
===========
This video presents informational and educational content based on the author’s interpretation of publicly available data, not reflecting any official government or organizational stance. Viewer discretion is advised. Sources are public, and independent verification is recommended. Commercially licensed material is used, except for fair use. Contact us with questions.
In this exclusive Think BRICS interview, international relations expert Sellita explains how Jakarta navigates a fragmented world through multi-engagement and the historic Bandung Spirit. Prabowo Subianto is redefining the role of a middle power by refusing to pick sides in the rivalry between Russia, China, and India. We dive deep into why Indonesia BRICS membership is a "new hope" to reduce dependency on Western institutions like the IMF and build national resilience.
The discussion covers:The Pentagon & Putin:
- How Indonesia secures a US defense deal while simultaneously negotiating oil and gas imports from Putin to stabilize domestic market prices.
- Strategic Autonomy: The shift toward using local currency and "de-dollarization" to protect against global uncertainty and the US dollar system.
- Nickel & Trade: The role of nickel in global AI supply chains and the strategic importance of the Strait of Malacca for trade and economic growth.
- Bridge Builder: How ASEAN’s informal leader acts as a pivot between the Global South and the West to ensure regional security.
While we analyze international relations and diplomacy, this video does not provide a legal breakdown of the pending nickel export laws or the outdated nuclear regulations. We do not speculate on the personal political future of Trump or his specific impact on investment in Jakarta .
Additionally, this is not a technical tutorial on infrastructure engineering or a financial forecast for specific market prices of commodities beyond oil and gas. We focus on the non-alignment strategy rather than domestic party politics or specific military tactical maneuvers. Stay tuned to Think BRICS for more on global governance and the BRICS evolution.
#BRICS #indonesia #malacca
0:00 - Indonesia’s BRICS Strategy Explained: Balancing the US, China, and Putin
0:35 - Inside Indonesia’s Foreign Policy: Bandung Spirit and Non-Alignment in Action
1:08 - How Jakarta Practices “Active Alignment” in a Fragmented World
1:39 - From Cold War Roots to Modern Strategy: Indonesia’s Global Role Evolves
2:23 - Why Indonesia Joined BRICS: Reducing Western Dependence and Gaining Autonomy
2:59 - BRICS vs the West: What Indonesia Really Wants from the Global South Bloc
3:37 - Can BRICS Replace IMF and World Bank? Indonesia’s Strategic Calculation
4:23 - Indonesia as a Global Bridge Builder Between North and South
5:00 - Leveraging BRICS for Influence: Indonesia’s Rise in Global Governance
5:30 - Strait of Malacca Power Play: How Indonesia Balances China and the US
6:04 - Multi-Engagement Strategy: Why Indonesia Refuses to Pick Sides
6:35 - China Leverage vs US Security: Jakarta’s Dual Strategy Explained
7:20 - The Reality of Great Power Rivalry: Can Indonesia Stay Neutral Long-Term?
7:46 - “No Permanent Friends, Only Interests”: Indonesia’s Realist Doctrine
8:23 - National Resilience First: The Core of Indonesia’s Geopolitical Strategy
9:12 - De-Dollarization Debate: Can Indonesia Escape the US Dollar System?
10:33 - Local Currencies vs Dollar Dominance: The BRICS Economic Vision
11:57 - Dollar vs Yuan: How Indonesia Navigates Currency Competition
12:30 - India-China Rivalry: How Indonesia Stays Neutral and Profits
13:55 - Building Options, Not Alliances: Jakarta’s Geopolitical Playbook
14:42 - Prabowo’s Bold Diplomacy: Putin Meeting and Pentagon Deal at Once
15:16 - Middle Power Moves: Indonesia’s Strategy in a Multipolar World
15:55 - Russia for Energy, US for Security: The Dual Approach Explained
16:46 - Oil, Gas, and Geopolitics: Why Indonesia Engages Moscow
17:53 - Rising Oil Prices and Global Shocks: Why Options Matter
18:25 - Strategic Autonomy Through Diversification: Indonesia’s Long Game
18:53 - Multipolar Chaos: Why Having More Options Is Indonesia’s Survival Strategy
19:32 - Signaling Independence: Why Indonesia Meets Rivals Back-to-Back
20:07 - From Moscow to Paris: Prabowo’s Global Diplomatic Tour
20:37 - Indonesia as a “Bridge Builder”: A Key Player in Global Power Balance
21:25 - Control of Trade Routes: Why the Strait of Malacca Matters Globally
21:25 - Nickel Power: How Indonesia Became Critical to the Global Economy
23:03 - Nuclear Ambitions: Indonesia’s Talks with Russia’s Rosatom
23:29 - Strategic Partnerships Without Alignment: Indonesia’s Winning Formula
✉ Newsletter: thinkbrics.substack.com
🗣 Subscribe: youtube.com/@ThinkBRICS?sub_confirmation=1
☞ Buy Us A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/ThinkBRICS
☞ Our Socials: dubbia.com/profile/Think-BRICS
===========
This video presents informational and educational content based on the author’s interpretation of publicly available data, not reflecting any official government or organizational stance. Viewer discretion is advised. Sources are public, and independent verification is recommended. Commercially licensed material is used, except for fair use. Contact us with questions.
