May 13: Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to attend the upcoming BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, scheduled to be held from May 14 to May 15. His visit is part of a series of high-level diplomatic engagements as India hosts foreign ministers from member countries under its current BRICS chairmanship.
Upon his arrival, the Ministry of External Affairs extended a warm welcome, highlighting India’s tradition of strong diplomatic ties and active participation in multilateral forums. The visit underscores Indonesia’s continued engagement with BRICS discussions on global cooperation and development priorities.
The BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will bring together senior representatives from member countries to discuss key international and regional issues, along with ways to deepen collaboration in trade, energy, technology, and global governance.
India, which assumed the BRICS Chairmanship on January 1, is hosting a series of high-level meetings this year as part of its broader effort to strengthen the grouping’s role in addressing global challenges. This marks the fourth time India has held the chairmanship, reflecting its growing role in shaping multilateral dialogue.
The Delhi visit comes amid a busy diplomatic schedule, with several foreign ministers expected to participate in discussions aimed at enhancing cooperation within BRICS and other global platforms such as the G20 and the United Nations.