India’s Role in BRICS Expansion 2025: Balancing Opportunities and Challenges
India’s Role in BRICS Expansion 2025: Balancing Opportunities and Challenges
Date: 5 September 2025
By: The Global World News
Introduction
Today in the year 2025, the picture of international politics and economy of the whole world is constantly changing. And in this changing form, BRICS has become such a group. Which is no longer limited to just one platform. Rather, it is challenging the policies of G7 and Western countries. With the addition of many new member countries to BRICS this year, the strength and influence of this organization has increased more than before.
At such a time, the role of India becomes very important in this organization. Because India is now an emerging superpower. And this superpower India is in a position to create and maintain balance between Western countries and global peer countries. Today in this article we will know what is the role of a country with the largest population like India in BRICS? And what will be the future of this organization in the coming times, know in detail
India’s Position in BRICS
India has been a member of this organization since the inception of BRICS. India's role as the founding country of this organization has been very important. Through this platform, India has raised the voice of the Global South all over the world. At the same time, India has used this platform to strengthen its position in economic cooperation, investment, technology and security matters. Which shows how important India is for this organization.
Since independence in 1947, India has advocated democratic values, transparency and multipolar cooperation in international forums, especially BRICS. While Russia and China are using this platform to challenge Western countries, India is considering this platform as a platform for economic cooperation and development.
Expansion of BRICS
When BRICS was established in 2009, the 4 major members of this organization were Russia, China, India and Brazil. In 2010, South Africa became a new member of this organization. In 2025, the number of member countries in this organization has increased to 10. The new members are Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Ethiopia and Argentina. The strength of this organization has increased further by adding these new member countries. Because energy rich countries like Saudi Arabia and UAE provide a secure base of oil and gas to the organization. With the entry of countries from Africa and Latin America, this group has become even more "global". BRICS is no longer just an economic platform but has become the world's largest South-South Cooperation platform.
Opportunities for India
With the addition of new member countries in this organization, India is getting many opportunities in every field. By joining Middle Eastern countries like Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates, India will get long-term stability in the supply of crude oil and natural gas and new avenues of trade will open up. Trade will be done in local currency and due to the alternative payment system, India's dependence on the dollar will be reduced.
India can create a big market by spreading its digital payment model, UPI and startup ecosystem among the BRICS countries. India can play the role of a "bridging power" by balancing both Western countries and the Global South. By playing an active role in forums like G20 and BRICS, India can present itself as a global leader.
Challenges for India
With the expansion of this organization, India has many opportunities. So the challenges are also not less. The country with the most economic economy in this organization is China. Which is considered the second largest economic power and political power after America. India will have to protect its interests from this, especially in the trade sector because it is not so easy to do business in local currency because India's foreign trade is mostly in dollars.
Apart from this, America and Western countries also want India to remain strategically active in the Quad and Indo-Pacific region. Like America and its allies can challenge China and Russia in the border dispute and Indo-Pacific region. If India gets deeply involved in this organization. So Western countries may feel uncomfortable. Which will be a cause of concern for India. Apart from this, the political system and interests of the BRICS countries are also different, due to which there is disagreement within the group. Like the border dispute between India and China
Global geopolitical impact
The BRICS expansion is not just about economics; it is a strong geopolitical message challenging the G7 and Western-led institutions. By offering an alternative model of trade and investment, BRICS empowers developing nations and gives India a unique opportunity to advance its vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — One Earth, One Family, One Future.
Conclusion
The expansion of BRICS in 2025 marks a turning point in global politics and economics. With the inclusion of new members, this organization has become stronger, more influential, and a genuine alternative voice for the Global South. For India, BRICS presents both opportunities and challenges—ranging from energy security, trade diversification, and global leadership, to dealing with China’s dominance and Western pressure.
India’s role will be crucial in ensuring that BRICS does not become a tool of any one power, but rather a balanced platform that reflects the aspirations of developing nations. If India successfully manages this balance, it can establish itself not only as a leader of BRICS but also as a true global power shaping the future world order.
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