Prabowo Brings 'Bandung Spirit' to BRICS Summit: United We Stand, Divided We Fall

Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto advocated for the 'Bandung Spirit' at the BRICS summit. This spirit is encapsulated by the slogan, 'United we stand, divided we fall.' Minister Prabowo emphasized the importance of cooperation and unity in the international community, bringing Indonesia's long-held diplomatic principles into the BRICS framework. The Bandung Spirit originated from the 1955 Asian-African Conference held in Bandung, Indonesia, and is based on principles of liberation from colonialism, respect for national sovereignty, and peaceful coexistence. This spirit has become a foundation for emerging and developing countries to gain greater influence in the international arena. Minister Prabowo's statement in the current international climate, marked by signs of division and conflict, signifies Indonesia's stance in seeking peaceful and cooperative solutions. It remains to be seen how this philosophy will be received within the BRICS, a group of economically and geopolitically influential nations, and what impact it will have on future international cooperation.