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Indonesia is considering joining BRICS while enhancing cooperation with Russia, focusing on nuclear energy and education. During Prabowo Subianto's visit to Moscow on December 10, 2025, discussions emphasized energy collaboration, with Russia offering expertise in nuclear power as Indonesia aims for carbon neutrality by 2060.

Plans include building a 500 MW nuclear plant and increasing capacity to 6.5 GW. An intergovernmental agreement signed on December 11, 2025, facilitates training Indonesian specialists in Russia. Russian tourism to Indonesia is growing, with direct flights enhancing connectivity. In 2024, Russian tourists averaged a 28.8-night stay, spending more than tourists from other nations.