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Insignia: Journal of International Relations
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Insignia Journal of International Relations is published biannually (April & November) by Laboratorium of International Relations, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Jenderal Soedirman University. This journal contains articles or publications from all issues of International Relations such as: International Politics, Foreign Policy, Security Studies, International Political Economy, Transnational Studies, Area Studies & Non-traditional Issues.
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Indonesia's Downstream Diplomacy Strategy Through BRICS Membership Larasati, Larasati; Pertiwi, Elyana Ade
Insignia: Journal of International Relations Vol 13 No 1 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Laboratorium Hubungan Internasional, FISIP, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20884/1.ins.2026.13.1.18921

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Abstract As an effort to increase economic independence and export value, strategic natural resource hilirisasi diplomacy is a top priority for Indonesia. Indonesia's membership in BRICS in 2025 will open-up opportunities for the country to design a roadmap for advanced commercial diplomacy and utilize this forum to increase market diversification, attract investment, and foster technological collaboration. This article examines Indonesia's steps in developing a long-term diplomatic plan through BRICS while upholding the principle of an "independent and active" foreign policy. This paper will examine Indonesia's position as a middle power attempting to balance national interests with the demands of the evolving international system using the framework of a commercial diplomacy approach and role theory in a case study of the nickel export ban at the WTO. It will also examine Indonesia's stance on the BRICS economic agenda, which is considered an alternative instrument to strengthen Indonesia's bargaining position against pressure from Western countries. The findings in this paper indicate that BRICS can be a strategic vehicle for Indonesia's downstream diplomacy. However, its success depends on Indonesia's ability to play a constructive role in the global competitive arena. The results show that downstream diplomacy is an important part of Indonesia's foreign policy strategy in an increasingly multipolar world era, rather than simply a national economic issue. Keywords: BRICS, Commercial Diplomacy, Downstream Diplomacy, Indonesia Foreign Policy, Role Theory Abstrak Sebagai upaya meningkatkan kemandirian ekonomi dan nilai tambah ekspor, diplomasi hilirisasi sumber daya alam strategis merupakan prioritas utama Indonesia. Dengan masuknya Indonesia sebagai anggota BRICS pada tahun 2025. Hal ini akan membuka peluang Indonesia dalam merancang roadmap diplomasi komersial lanjutan serta memanfaatkan forum ini untuk meningkatkan diversifikasi pasar, menarik investasi, dan mendorong kolaborasi teknologi. Melalui artikel ini, penulis menelaah langkah Indonesia dalam membuat rencana diplomasi jangka panjangnya melalui BRICS sambil mempertahankan prinsip kebijakan luar negeri bebas-aktif. Tulisan ini akan mengkaji posisi Indonesia sebagai kekuatan menengah yang mencoba menyeimbangkan kepentingan nasional dengan tuntutan sistem internasional yang berkembang dengan menggunakan kerangka pendekatan diplomasi komersial dan role theory dalam studi kasus larangan ekspor nikel di WTO. Beserta sikap Indonesia terhadap agenda ekonomi BRICS yang dianggap sebagai instrumen alternatif untuk meningkatkan posisi tawar Indonesia terhadap tekanan dari negara-negara Barat. Temuan dalam tulisan ini menunjukkan bahwa BRICS dapat menjadi wahana strategis untuk diplomasi hilirisasi Indonesia. Meskipun, keberhasilannya bergantung pada kemampuan Indonesia memainkan peran konstruktif dalam arena persaingan global. Hasilnya menunjukkan diplomasi hilirisasi merupakan bagian penting dari strategi kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia di era dunia yang semakin multipolar daripada sekadar masalah ekonomi nasional. Kata kunci: BRICS, diplomasi hilirisasi, diplomasi komersil, kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia, teori peran
A Political Opportunity Structure Analysis for the Recognition of Palestinian Statehood by European Countries Aswar, Hasbi; Nursita, Rizki Dian; Hikmawan, Emil; Fijria Azzuhro, Zahara Aini
Insignia: Journal of International Relations Vol 13 No 1 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Laboratorium Hubungan Internasional, FISIP, Universitas Jenderal Soedirman

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20884/1.ins.2026.13.1.19098

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This study elaborates the impact of the recognition of Palestinian statehood by several European countries for the development of pro-Palestinian movements in the region. This study uses political opportunity structure in social movement studies as the theoretical framework to highlight how formal political support from European states creates a greater space for pro-Palestinian movements to mobilize within Europe. A media-based qualitative method is used to collect the data by tracing news coverage, discourse, and public opinion across major online media platforms in Europe. The study finds that the increased recognition of Palestine among European countries enhances the legitimacy of pro-Palestinian movements and creates opportunities for the changing narratives that are more objective and sympathetic toward the Palestinian issue. This is significant given that dominant narratives in Europe have long favored Israel. Hence, the political recognition of Palestine by European states contributes to the reconfiguration of public discourse while simultaneously strengthening the political position of pro-Palestinian movements within Europe's political and social arenas.

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