India is seeking to bridge differences among BRICS members as the expanded grouping prepares for its leaders’ summit in New Delhi, with officials saying negotiations are underway on a joint declaration despite disagreements within the bloc.&nbsp;Speaking at a dinner for journalists and content creators in New Delhi ahead of the summit, Randhir Jaiswal, additional secretary and spokesperson at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, said New Delhi viewed all BRICS members as partners and wanted to strengthen cooperation across the grouping.&nbsp;“India is friends with all BRICS member countries. As friends, it is our intention to bring all our partners together,” Jaiswal said.&nbsp;Asked whether India had launched any specific initiative to narrow divisions among members, Jaiswal pointed to ongoing negotiations on the summit’s joint declaration.&nbsp;“You will have to wait for the joint statement,” he said. “The joint statement is being negotiated and there you will see how India brings everybody together.”&nbsp;Jaiswal said discussions were taking place collectively with all BRICS members but declined to identify countries involved in specific disagreements.&nbsp;India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit on Sept. 12-13 as the grouping adjusts to a more complex diplomatic landscape following its expansion to 11 members.&nbsp;During its 2026 chairmanship, India has focused on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, while emphasising development priorities and strengthening the voice of the Global South.&nbsp;Its economic agenda includes the proposed BRICS Economic Partnership 2030, measures to expand trade in services, strengthen resilient supply chains and improve financing for small and medium-sized enterprises.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/brics-summit-is-bangladesh-pm-coming-to-delhi-his-minister-says-1789043249767">BRICS Summit: Is Bangladesh PM coming to Delhi? His minister says...</a>&nbsp;However, the enlarged grouping includes countries with divergent geopolitical interests, complicating efforts to reach consensus on politically sensitive issues.&nbsp;One of the most visible divisions has emerged between Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Around the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi in May, the UAE rejected Iranian allegations and defended its sovereignty and right to protect its national security, highlighting the challenges of formulating common positions among members with competing regional priorities.&nbsp;Differences also persist between India and China. Despite recent efforts to stabilise ties following the 2020 border clashes, the two countries remain strategic rivals, with disagreements over security, technology and market access continuing to constrain cooperation.&nbsp;Another source of tension lies between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the use of Nile waters. The dispute remains one of the most persistent issues between the two countries.&nbsp;The matter gained fresh attention following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Egypt on Sept. 1-2. In a joint communiqué issued during the visit, China recognised Egypt’s “legitimate right” to protect its water security, food security and development interests.&nbsp;The two countries also called on Nile Basin states to comply with international law, including obligations related to preventing harm.&nbsp;While the communiqué stopped short of explicitly endorsing Egypt’s position against Ethiopia, the inclusion of Nile-related concerns in a high-level China-Egypt statement adds another dimension to discussions within BRICS, where China, Egypt and Ethiopia are all members.&nbsp;Differences also exist over the future economic direction of the bloc. Russia and China have supported greater use of national currencies and alternatives to the US dollar.&nbsp;

India is working to bridge differences among the expanded BRICS membership as negotiations continue on a joint declaration ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

India is seeking to bridge differences among BRICS members as the expanded grouping prepares for its leaders’ summit in New Delhi, with officials saying negotiations are underway on a joint declaration despite disagreements within the bloc. Speaking at a dinner for journalists and content creators in New Delhi ahead of the summit, Randhir Jaiswal, additional secretary and spokesperson at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, said New Delhi viewed all BRICS members as partners and wanted to strengthen cooperation across the grouping. “India is friends with all BRICS member countries. As friends, it is our intention to bring all our partners together,” Jaiswal said. Asked whether India had launched any specific initiative to narrow divisions among members, Jaiswal pointed to ongoing negotiations on the summit’s joint declaration. “You will have to wait for the joint statement,” he said. “The joint statement is being negotiated and there you will see how India brings everybody together.” Jaiswal said discussions were taking place collectively with all BRICS members but declined to identify countries involved in specific disagreements. India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit on Sept. 12-13 as the grouping adjusts to a more complex diplomatic landscape following its expansion to 11 members. During its 2026 chairmanship, India has focused on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, while emphasising development priorities and strengthening the voice of the Global South. Its economic agenda includes the proposed BRICS Economic Partnership 2030, measures to expand trade in services, strengthen resilient supply chains and improve financing for small and medium-sized enterprises. Also Read: BRICS Summit: Is Bangladesh PM coming to Delhi? His minister says... However, the enlarged grouping includes countries with divergent geopolitical interests, complicating efforts to reach consensus on politically sensitive issues. One of the most visible divisions has emerged between Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Around the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi in May, the UAE rejected Iranian allegations and defended its sovereignty and right to protect its national security, highlighting the challenges of formulating common positions among members with competing regional priorities. Differences also persist between India and China. Despite recent efforts to stabilise ties following the 2020 border clashes, the two countries remain strategic rivals, with disagreements over security, technology and market access continuing to constrain cooperation. Another source of tension lies between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the use of Nile waters. The dispute remains one of the most persistent issues between the two countries. The matter gained fresh attention following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Egypt on Sept. 1-2. In a joint communiqué issued during the visit, China recognised Egypt’s “legitimate right” to protect its water security, food security and development interests. The two countries also called on Nile Basin states to comply with international law, including obligations related to preventing harm. While the communiqué stopped short of explicitly endorsing Egypt’s position against Ethiopia, the inclusion of Nile-related concerns in a high-level China-Egypt statement adds another dimension to discussions within BRICS, where China, Egypt and Ethiopia are all members. Differences also exist over the future economic direction of the bloc. Russia and China have supported greater use of national currencies and alternatives to the US dollar.

India is working to bridge differences among the expanded BRICS membership as negotiations continue on a joint declaration ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

India seeks to bridge BRICS divisions ahead of New Delhi summit

Delhi is decked up and on high alert ahead of the BRICS Summit, with 15,000 cops, 500 CCTV cameras, traffic controls, mock drills, banners and dazzling lights across the capital.

Delhi is decked up and on high alert ahead of the BRICS Summit, with 15,000 cops, 500 CCTV cameras, traffic controls, mock drills, banners and dazzling lights across the capital.

PICS | From CCTVs to dazzling lights: Delhi gears up for BRICS Summit 2026

India is positioning itself as a leading voice of the Global South as New Delhi hosts the 18th BRICS Summit on September 12–13, 2026.

With India holding the BRICS chairship, the summit provides New Delhi with a major platform to push issues affecting developing and emerging economies, including trade, investment, technology, digital payments, development and reforms to global institutions.

The expanded BRICS grouping brings together major emerging economies at a time of intense geopolitical tensions. India is seeking to use its diplomatic relationships across different power blocs while presenting BRICS as a platform for cooperation and a stronger voice for the Global South.

Watch this report for the latest from BRICS 2026, India’s diplomatic push and New Delhi’s growing role on the global stage.

 India Positioning Itself As Leading Voice of the Global South

Security has been stepped up across New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with Bharat Mandapam set to host the two day meeting on September 12 and 13. Delhi Police has deployed thousands of personnel and put in place a multi layered security plan covering key venues, routes, hotels and other important locations.&nbsp;Around 15,000 Delhi Police personnel and nearly 200 companies of paramilitary forces have been mobilised for the event. Specialised surveillance cameras have also been installed along important routes to strengthen monitoring and support traffic enforcement.&nbsp;India is hosting the summit under the theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." The event is expected to bring international leaders and their delegations to Bharat Mandapam, leading authorities to put extensive security measures in place across the capital.<h3>Putin's hotel turned into high security zone</h3>Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in Delhi on September 11 and stay at the Maurya Hotel. The property has been placed under tight security, with a four layer security cordon established for his protection.&nbsp;The first layer will consist of the CPT, or Close Protection Team. Its personnel will provide close protection to Putin and remain with him throughout his stay.&nbsp;Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to reach Delhi on September 12. After arriving at Palam Air Force Station, he is scheduled to travel to the Maurya and Taj hotels.&nbsp;Special security teams from Russia and China have already reached Delhi and are overseeing arrangements at the hotels where the two leaders will stay.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-walks-back-on-houthi-warning-rules-out-military-action-under-mecca-pact-1789048794860">Pakistan walks back Houthi threat, rules out military action as rebels target Saudi Arabia</a><h3>Multi agency security plan across national capital</h3>Special Commissioner of Police (Protective/Security Division) Manish Kumar Agrawal said Delhi Police had worked with several government and security agencies to prepare for the summit.&nbsp;"We have made elaborate bandobast by ensuring minimum inconvenience to the public. We have also issued advance advisories regarding traffic arrangements, " Agrawal said.&nbsp;He said police teams had surveyed routes and important locations in detail and prepared arrangements covering security, traffic and law and order.&nbsp;The security plan includes the airport, hotels hosting visiting dignitaries, Bharat Mandapam and other places where scheduled or unscheduled meetings could take place. Access control, verification, vigilance and surveillance measures have been arranged at key points.&nbsp;Emergency response systems have also been prepared to deal with any untoward incident or disaster like situation. These arrangements include provisions for evacuation if required.&nbsp;Delhi Police has coordinated with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, NSG, Intelligence Bureau and various Central Armed Police Forces.&nbsp;"We have coordinated with all these agencies and also carried out extensive surveys of the routes to make the necessary arrangements and ensure that there is no disruption or security lapse", Agrawal said.&nbsp;Police have also held coordination meetings with neighbouring states and are maintaining contact over intelligence inputs, border security and the movement of manpower and material.&nbsp;Agrawal said the overall effort was focused on conducting the summit safely and smoothly while keeping inconvenience to the public to a minimum. He also pointed to Delhi Police's experience in managing major events, including the G20 Summit, International Solar Alliance programmes and other large gatherings.

Delhi has deployed 15,000 police personnel and nearly 200 paramilitary companies while securing routes and fortifying hotels ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

Security has been stepped up across New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with Bharat Mandapam set to host the two day meeting on September 12 and 13. Delhi Police has deployed thousands of personnel and put in place a multi layered security plan covering key venues, routes, hotels and other important locations. Around 15,000 Delhi Police personnel and nearly 200 companies of paramilitary forces have been mobilised for the event. Specialised surveillance cameras have also been installed along important routes to strengthen monitoring and support traffic enforcement. India is hosting the summit under the theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." The event is expected to bring international leaders and their delegations to Bharat Mandapam, leading authorities to put extensive security measures in place across the capital. Putin's hotel turned into high security zone Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in Delhi on September 11 and stay at the Maurya Hotel. The property has been placed under tight security, with a four layer security cordon established for his protection. The first layer will consist of the CPT, or Close Protection Team. Its personnel will provide close protection to Putin and remain with him throughout his stay. Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to reach Delhi on September 12. After arriving at Palam Air Force Station, he is scheduled to travel to the Maurya and Taj hotels. Special security teams from Russia and China have already reached Delhi and are overseeing arrangements at the hotels where the two leaders will stay. Also Read: Pakistan walks back Houthi threat, rules out military action as rebels target Saudi Arabia Multi agency security plan across national capital Special Commissioner of Police (Protective/Security Division) Manish Kumar Agrawal said Delhi Police had worked with several government and security agencies to prepare for the summit. "We have made elaborate bandobast by ensuring minimum inconvenience to the public. We have also issued advance advisories regarding traffic arrangements, " Agrawal said. He said police teams had surveyed routes and important locations in detail and prepared arrangements covering security, traffic and law and order. The security plan includes the airport, hotels hosting visiting dignitaries, Bharat Mandapam and other places where scheduled or unscheduled meetings could take place. Access control, verification, vigilance and surveillance measures have been arranged at key points. Emergency response systems have also been prepared to deal with any untoward incident or disaster like situation. These arrangements include provisions for evacuation if required. Delhi Police has coordinated with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, NSG, Intelligence Bureau and various Central Armed Police Forces. "We have coordinated with all these agencies and also carried out extensive surveys of the routes to make the necessary arrangements and ensure that there is no disruption or security lapse", Agrawal said. Police have also held coordination meetings with neighbouring states and are maintaining contact over intelligence inputs, border security and the movement of manpower and material. Agrawal said the overall effort was focused on conducting the summit safely and smoothly while keeping inconvenience to the public to a minimum. He also pointed to Delhi Police's experience in managing major events, including the G20 Summit, International Solar Alliance programmes and other large gatherings.

Delhi has deployed 15,000 police personnel and nearly 200 paramilitary companies while securing routes and fortifying hotels ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

15,000 police, 200 paramilitary companies deployed, routes secured, hotels fortified as Delhi gears up for BRICS Summit

Can India become the bridge that a deeply divided world desperately needs?

As New Delhi prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomatic balancing act comes under the global spotlight. With leaders from Russia, China and Iran expected in New Delhi, key bilateral meetings could offer opportunities for dialogue amid some of the world’s most dangerous conflicts.

The Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict involving Iran, the US and Israel remain major challenges. India maintains working relationships with countries on opposing sides of these conflicts, giving New Delhi a unique diplomatic position.

But can BRICS become a meaningful space for peace? And can India use its role as BRICS chair to build common ground among members with competing interests?

WION speaks to former Indian ambassador and diplomat Gurjit Singh about India’s diplomatic role, the expansion of BRICS, China’s vision for the bloc and New Delhi’s challenge of keeping BRICS focused on the Global South.

Watch the full report and interview for an in-depth look at India’s biggest diplomatic test at BRICS 2026.

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BRICS Summit 2026: India is gearing up to host global leaders in New Delhi for the upcoming two-day BRICS summit on September 12 and 13.

The summit is expected to focus on global governance, multilateralism, trade, investment, food and energy security, technology and regional conflicts. India is also pushing greater cooperation on cross-border digital payments as BRICS members look to strengthen economic and technological ties.

With major leaders expected to hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines, the summit is set to draw significant international attention.

BRICS summit 2026: India gears up to host global leaders in New Delhi

New Delhi’s luxury hotels have taken on a new role ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit at Bharat Mandapam, with more than 3,000 rooms booked across several prominent properties in the capital.The hotels are accommodating foreign delegations, outreach countries and senior officials from major multilateral institutions. The arrangements have effectively turned several luxury properties into high security diplomatic hubs for the September 12 and 13 gathering.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-president-xi-jinping-pm-modi-bilateral-in-delhi-this-weekend-brics-summit-1789017880864">Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Modi bilateral in Delhi this weekend on sidelines of BRICS Summit</a><h2>Global leaders spread across Delhi hotels</h2>The Oberoi New Delhi on Dr Zakir Hussain Marg is hosting delegations from Brazil, Kazakhstan, Ethiopia and Indonesia. The property is among the key accommodation centres for BRICS members and partner nations from South America, Africa and Central and Southeast Asia.&nbsp;At The LaLiT New Delhi near Connaught Place, delegations from South Africa and Burundi have been accommodated. The hotel is hosting African member and outreach delegations.&nbsp;Le Méridien New Delhi on Windsor Place is housing several prominent international figures and national delegations. The United Nations Secretary General, the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the President of the New Development Bank are staying at the property. Uganda, Nigeria and Malaysia are also represented there.&nbsp;The Taj Mahal Hotel on Mansingh Road is accommodating a broad group of foreign delegations and international officials. Uruguay, the Philippines, Cuba, Belarus and Vietnam are among the countries whose delegations are staying at the property.&nbsp;The hotel is also hosting the Director General of the World Health Organization and the Director General of the World Trade Organization.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Shangri La’s Eros Hotel on Ashoka Road has been assigned to the delegation from the West Asian member state.&nbsp;The concentration of international visitors has also put pressure on hotel room availability in the capital. Earlier reports said tariffs at some of Delhi’s prominent luxury properties had risen to more than Rs 2 lakh a night ahead of the September 12 and 13 summit.

Over 3,000 hotel rooms have been booked across Delhi for BRICS Summit delegates and global officials, pushing tariffs at some luxury properties beyond ₹2 lakh a night.

New Delhi’s luxury hotels have taken on a new role ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit at Bharat Mandapam, with more than 3,000 rooms booked across several prominent properties in the capital. The hotels are accommodating foreign delegations, outreach countries and senior officials from major multilateral institutions. The arrangements have effectively turned several luxury properties into high security diplomatic hubs for the September 12 and 13 gathering. Also Read: Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Modi bilateral in Delhi this weekend on sidelines of BRICS Summit Global leaders spread across Delhi hotels The Oberoi New Delhi on Dr Zakir Hussain Marg is hosting delegations from Brazil, Kazakhstan, Ethiopia and Indonesia. The property is among the key accommodation centres for BRICS members and partner nations from South America, Africa and Central and Southeast Asia. At The LaLiT New Delhi near Connaught Place, delegations from South Africa and Burundi have been accommodated. The hotel is hosting African member and outreach delegations. Le Méridien New Delhi on Windsor Place is housing several prominent international figures and national delegations. The United Nations Secretary General, the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the President of the New Development Bank are staying at the property. Uganda, Nigeria and Malaysia are also represented there. The Taj Mahal Hotel on Mansingh Road is accommodating a broad group of foreign delegations and international officials. Uruguay, the Philippines, Cuba, Belarus and Vietnam are among the countries whose delegations are staying at the property. The hotel is also hosting the Director General of the World Health Organization and the Director General of the World Trade Organization. Meanwhile, Shangri La’s Eros Hotel on Ashoka Road has been assigned to the delegation from the West Asian member state. The concentration of international visitors has also put pressure on hotel room availability in the capital. Earlier reports said tariffs at some of Delhi’s prominent luxury properties had risen to more than Rs 2 lakh a night ahead of the September 12 and 13 summit.

Over 3,000 hotel rooms have been booked across Delhi for BRICS Summit delegates and global officials, pushing tariffs at some luxury properties beyond ₹2 lakh a night.

BRICS Summit: Over 3,000 rooms booked for delegates, Delhi hotel tariffs cross  ₹2 lakh per room

The 18th BRICS Summit will be held on September 12–13, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, under India's chairship, with energy security and world oil dynamics forming a core part of the discussions.

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At the 2026 BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India is pushing a pragmatic plan to reduce reliance on the US dollar through local-currency trade settlements and greater CBDC connectivity. Rather than pursuing a common BRICS currency, the focus is on building alternative payment mechanisms while strengthening financial cooperation among member nations.

BRICS summit 2026: India's approach to reducing dollar dependence

India champions dialogue and diplomacy as the foundational pillars of its chairship for the 18th BRICS Summit taking place in New Delhi.


BRICS summit 2026: 'Dialogue and Diplomacy' at the heart of India's approach

As India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, suspense continues over whether Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit New Delhi as part of the summit's outreach to other regional groupings. India has invited leaders of the African Union, ASEAN, GCC and BIMSTEC to participate in outreach sessions focused on engaging the Global South. Bangladesh currently holds the chairship of BIMSTEC, or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. BIMSTEC comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Naturally, it's the PM of the BIMSTEC chair nation who would be invited to attend the BRICS outreach event.But there is still a lack of clarity on whether Rahman would travel to India. Earlier this week, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said there was no update to share on confirmation of whether the Bangladesh PM will attend the BRICS summit or, if he does not, whether someone else will represent him at the event.<h2>What the minister said about Bangladeshi PM’s visit</h2>India-Bangladesh ties have soured over the past couple of years since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as PM. She is currently in India, and the Bangladeshi government wants her extradition to stand trial in the neighbouring country.State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir suggested that Rahman was not invited to the BRICS summit, saying that the invitation was instead sent to the BIMSTEC Chair. This is being seen as an issue of granular distinction, as Bangladesh is not a BRICS member, and was indeed invited as BIMSTEC chair.According to a report in the Bangladeshi paper Daily Star, Kobir said, “How shall we go? Has anyone from the Bangladesh government been invited?”“Our prime minister was not invited. Who told you that our Prime Minister was invited? The BIMSTEC Chair was invited. Then why are you asking this question?” Kobir told reporters.The minister added that Rahman’s first visit to India cannot be a multilateral visit, adding that the government was working on arranging a bilateral visit to India when the timing is favourable.The BRICS Summit in New Delhi will be held between September 11 and September 13, along with a host of associated events.

Uncertainty looms over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s attendance at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi. Here’s what his minister said.

As India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, suspense continues over whether Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit New Delhi as part of the summit's outreach to other regional groupings. India has invited leaders of the African Union, ASEAN, GCC and BIMSTEC to participate in outreach sessions focused on engaging the Global South. Bangladesh currently holds the chairship of BIMSTEC, or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. BIMSTEC comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Naturally, it's the PM of the BIMSTEC chair nation who would be invited to attend the BRICS outreach event. But there is still a lack of clarity on whether Rahman would travel to India. Earlier this week, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said there was no update to share on confirmation of whether the Bangladesh PM will attend the BRICS summit or, if he does not, whether someone else will represent him at the event. What the minister said about Bangladeshi PM’s visit India-Bangladesh ties have soured over the past couple of years since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as PM. She is currently in India, and the Bangladeshi government wants her extradition to stand trial in the neighbouring country. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir suggested that Rahman was not invited to the BRICS summit, saying that the invitation was instead sent to the BIMSTEC Chair. This is being seen as an issue of granular distinction, as Bangladesh is not a BRICS member, and was indeed invited as BIMSTEC chair. According to a report in the Bangladeshi paper Daily Star, Kobir said, “How shall we go? Has anyone from the Bangladesh government been invited?” “Our prime minister was not invited. Who told you that our Prime Minister was invited? The BIMSTEC Chair was invited. Then why are you asking this question?” Kobir told reporters. The minister added that Rahman’s first visit to India cannot be a multilateral visit, adding that the government was working on arranging a bilateral visit to India when the timing is favourable. The BRICS Summit in New Delhi will be held between September 11 and September 13, along with a host of associated events.

Uncertainty looms over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s attendance at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi. Here’s what his minister said.

BRICS Summit: Is Bangladesh PM coming to Delhi? His minister says...

Brazil was one of the original architects of BRICS. But its role in the grouping has evolved as BRICS has expanded from five countries to an 11-member bloc. It is Latin America's largest economy, a global agricultural power, a major resource holder and one of the strongest diplomatic voices of the Global South. But as BRICS becomes larger and more geopolitically divided, a new question is emerging. Can Brazil use its position to keep BRICS balanced between economic cooperation and geopolitical confrontation? Take a look at this next report for more.

BRICS summit 2026: Brazil's BRICS significance goes beyond economic size

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to India this weekend for the 18th BRICS Summit, Beijing has announced, in what would be his first visit to the country since 2019.A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said President Xi would attend the leaders’ meeting in New Delhi on 12–13 September at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India holds the rotating chair of the expanded grouping this year.The announcement comes two days before the summit opens at Bharat Mandapam, the same convention complex that hosted the G20 in 2023. It will be Mr Xi’s first trip to India since an informal summit with PM Modi in Mamallapuram in 2019.

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Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.The New Delhi meeting is expected to include a one-on-one bilerate between PM Modi and Chinese President Xi. Officials on both sides have spent months trying to stabilise the relationship: border talks have continued, some direct flights have resumed and limited border trade has restarted.BRICS now has 11 full members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. India has framed its chairmanship around the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. The agenda is expected to cover supply chains, trade finance, use of national currencies, digital public infrastructure, energy and food security, and reform of global institutions.Russian President Vladimir Putin has already confirmed he will attend. South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa, Iran’s Masoud Pezeshkian, Egypt’s Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed and Indonesia’s Prabowo Subianto are also expected. Brazil will be represented at foreign minister level because of domestic elections. UN Secretary-General António Guterres is among invited international guests.Collectively, BRICS members account for nearly half the world’s population and about two-fifths of global output measured by purchasing power. India has been careful to present the forum as a development-oriented platform for the Global South rather than an anti-Western bloc.

Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to India this weekend for the 18th BRICS Summit, Beijing has announced, in what would be his first visit to the country since 2019. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said President Xi would attend the leaders’ meeting in New Delhi on 12–13 September at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India holds the rotating chair of the expanded grouping this year. The announcement comes two days before the summit opens at Bharat Mandapam, the same convention complex that hosted the G20 in 2023. It will be Mr Xi’s first trip to India since an informal summit with PM Modi in Mamallapuram in 2019.

Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.

Xi Jinping to attend BRICS summit in first visit to India since 2019

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to arrive in New Delhi on September 12 for the 18th BRICS Summit. His visit comes amid a gradual thaw in India-China ties and could set the stage for a key meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The summit will bring major BRICS leaders together in New Delhi on September 12–13.

BRICS summit 2026: India-China leaders to meet on BRICS sidelines on sept 12 

Chinese president Xi expected in Delhi for BRICS, first India visit since 2019

The 18th BRICS Summit is underway at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on September 12–13, with India placing sustainability and a people-centric approach at the heart of its BRICS 2026 agenda.

BRICS summit 2026: India puts sustainability at centre of 2026 BRICS agenda 

As the BRICS Summit 2026 approaches in New Delhi, PM Narendra Modi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, putting their long-standing partnership in focus. From their first meeting in 2001 to recent summits, their ties have evolved across defence, energy and trade.

As the BRICS Summit 2026 approaches in New Delhi, PM Narendra Modi is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, putting their long-standing partnership in focus. From their first meeting in 2001 to recent summits, their ties have evolved across defence, energy and trade.

BRICS Summit 2026: From 2001 to 2026, tracing PM Modi and Putin’s personal rapport

For a few days, Delhi is no longer just the seat of government, it is becoming a carefully choreographed security zone. As world leaders and senior delegations descend on the capital for the 18th BRICS Summit, the city is operating under a multilayered security architecture covering airports, hotels, roads, the summit venue, airspace and even the borders connecting Delhi with neighbouring Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. The summit, being held at Bharat Mandapam, brings together leaders and delegations from BRICS member countries and partner nations. The scale of the event has triggered a security operation comparable to the arrangements seen during the 2023 G20 Summit. For ordinary Delhi residents, that security operation will be visible in the form of traffic restrictions, diversions, heightened police presence and tighter surveillance. For the security agencies, however, the operation goes much deeper.<h2>A security grid stretching across the Capital</h2>The BRICS security plan is not confined to Bharat Mandapam. The security footprint stretches from Indira Gandhi International Airport to the hotels hosting foreign leaders and delegations, and onwards to the summit venue at Pragati Maidan. Around 25,000 personnel, including more than 100 NSG commandos, have been reported as part of the broader security deployment, while newer reports put the overall deployment closer to 30,000 personnel when Delhi Police and paramilitary forces covering airports, hotels and the summit venue are counted. The city has also been divided into security sectors, with senior police officers placed in charge of individual zones to enable faster coordination during VVIP movements.<h2>From airport to hotel: The first layer of the fortress</h2>The security operation begins even before foreign leaders leave their aircraft. With special aircraft and additional delegation flights arriving in Delhi, airport operations have been placed under heightened coordination. Reports indicate that Delhi is preparing for a significant increase in special and charter flights around the summit period. The airport-to-hotel corridors are being treated as critical VVIP routes, with police and security agencies preparing for convoy movements and temporary traffic regulation. The objective is to ensure that a leader's journey from the aircraft to the hotel, and later from the hotel to Bharat Mandapam, happens with minimum exposure and maximum control.<h2>Hotels become temporary security bubbles</h2>The Capital's luxury hotels are another crucial component of the security architecture. Several prominent hotels in areas such as Chanakyapuri and central and south Delhi are hosting foreign leaders and delegations. Security checks have been intensified, with hotel employees subjected to verification and security personnel deployed around the buildings. In some cases, entire floors have been reserved for individual leaders and their delegations. But the hotels are not merely accommodation. They are also becoming temporary diplomatic and communications hubs, with dedicated spaces being prepared for secure communication with governments back home. That turns each hotel hosting a world leader into a mini high-security zone.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/brics-summit-is-a-large-logistical-exercise-1300-journalists-expected-mea-official-says-1788954762516">BRICS Summit is a ‘large logistical exercise’, 1300 Journalists expected, MEA official says</a><h2>The anti-drone shield</h2>One of the most important changes in modern VVIP security is happening above ground. Delhi's security architecture includes anti-drone measures and aerial surveillance, reflecting the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems around high-profile international events. The aerial restrictions extend beyond Delhi itself. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has temporarily restricted flying-training operations in seven states during the summit period, while restrictions have also been placed on several categories of aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles within specified radii around Delhi. In other words, the security perimeter is not simply a line drawn around Bharat Mandapam. It extends into the sky.<h2>35 roads controlled, 22 diversion points</h2>For Delhi residents, the most visible impact will be on the roads. Traffic authorities have identified more than 35 roads for controlled movement and 22 diversion points as part of the BRICS traffic plan. Major stretches in central, south and southwest Delhi are expected to see restrictions or diversions, particularly during VVIP convoy movements.&nbsp;Routes around Bharat Mandapam, Dhaula Kuan, Mahipalpur, Sardar Patel Marg, Akbar Road, Teen Murti Marg, Janpath, Shanti Path, Mathura Road and several other key corridors are among those likely to experience heightened regulation. The important point for commuters is that a “controlled road” does not necessarily mean a road will remain permanently closed. Traffic decisions can change in real time depending on the movement of VVIP convoys.<h2>Why Delhi metro becomes the safer bet</h2>With traffic restrictions expected across several important corridors, authorities have advised commuters to plan journeys in advance and use public transport where possible. For airport and railway-station passengers, additional travel time is particularly important because VVIP movements can temporarily affect road traffic. The Delhi Metro, meanwhile, is expected to remain a comparatively reliable option because the main restrictions are focused on road movement. For residents, the message is straightforward: if you have an important journey during the summit, do not rely on your usual travel time.<h2>Intelligence sharing across Delhi-NCR</h2>The security operation also extends beyond Delhi Police jurisdiction. Delhi Police has held coordination meetings with police and traffic authorities in neighbouring Ghaziabad and Noida, focusing on border vigilance, intelligence sharing, suspicious activity, aerial surveillance, emergency response and movement management. This is significant because a high-profile diplomatic event cannot be secured by looking only at what happens inside the New Delhi district. The security perimeter has to account for Delhi-NCR as one interconnected operational space.

BRICS Summit 2026: Inside Delhi’s massive security arrangements, from VVIP routes and anti-drone systems to hotels, airports, traffic curbs and surveillance

For a few days, Delhi is no longer just the seat of government, it is becoming a carefully choreographed security zone. As world leaders and senior delegations descend on the capital for the 18th BRICS Summit, the city is operating under a multilayered security architecture covering airports, hotels, roads, the summit venue, airspace and even the borders connecting Delhi with neighbouring Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. The summit, being held at Bharat Mandapam, brings together leaders and delegations from BRICS member countries and partner nations. The scale of the event has triggered a security operation comparable to the arrangements seen during the 2023 G20 Summit. For ordinary Delhi residents, that security operation will be visible in the form of traffic restrictions, diversions, heightened police presence and tighter surveillance. For the security agencies, however, the operation goes much deeper. A security grid stretching across the Capital The BRICS security plan is not confined to Bharat Mandapam. The security footprint stretches from Indira Gandhi International Airport to the hotels hosting foreign leaders and delegations, and onwards to the summit venue at Pragati Maidan. Around 25,000 personnel, including more than 100 NSG commandos, have been reported as part of the broader security deployment, while newer reports put the overall deployment closer to 30,000 personnel when Delhi Police and paramilitary forces covering airports, hotels and the summit venue are counted. The city has also been divided into security sectors, with senior police officers placed in charge of individual zones to enable faster coordination during VVIP movements. From airport to hotel: The first layer of the fortress The security operation begins even before foreign leaders leave their aircraft. With special aircraft and additional delegation flights arriving in Delhi, airport operations have been placed under heightened coordination. Reports indicate that Delhi is preparing for a significant increase in special and charter flights around the summit period. The airport-to-hotel corridors are being treated as critical VVIP routes, with police and security agencies preparing for convoy movements and temporary traffic regulation. The objective is to ensure that a leader's journey from the aircraft to the hotel, and later from the hotel to Bharat Mandapam, happens with minimum exposure and maximum control. Hotels become temporary security bubbles The Capital's luxury hotels are another crucial component of the security architecture. Several prominent hotels in areas such as Chanakyapuri and central and south Delhi are hosting foreign leaders and delegations. Security checks have been intensified, with hotel employees subjected to verification and security personnel deployed around the buildings. In some cases, entire floors have been reserved for individual leaders and their delegations. But the hotels are not merely accommodation. They are also becoming temporary diplomatic and communications hubs, with dedicated spaces being prepared for secure communication with governments back home. That turns each hotel hosting a world leader into a mini high-security zone. Also Read: BRICS Summit is a ‘large logistical exercise’, 1300 Journalists expected, MEA official says The anti-drone shield One of the most important changes in modern VVIP security is happening above ground. Delhi's security architecture includes anti-drone measures and aerial surveillance, reflecting the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems around high-profile international events. The aerial restrictions extend beyond Delhi itself. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has temporarily restricted flying-training operations in seven states during the summit period, while restrictions have also been placed on several categories of aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles within specified radii around Delhi. In other words, the security perimeter is not simply a line drawn around Bharat Mandapam. It extends into the sky. 35 roads controlled, 22 diversion points For Delhi residents, the most visible impact will be on the roads. Traffic authorities have identified more than 35 roads for controlled movement and 22 diversion points as part of the BRICS traffic plan. Major stretches in central, south and southwest Delhi are expected to see restrictions or diversions, particularly during VVIP convoy movements. Routes around Bharat Mandapam, Dhaula Kuan, Mahipalpur, Sardar Patel Marg, Akbar Road, Teen Murti Marg, Janpath, Shanti Path, Mathura Road and several other key corridors are among those likely to experience heightened regulation. The important point for commuters is that a “controlled road” does not necessarily mean a road will remain permanently closed. Traffic decisions can change in real time depending on the movement of VVIP convoys. Why Delhi metro becomes the safer bet With traffic restrictions expected across several important corridors, authorities have advised commuters to plan journeys in advance and use public transport where possible. For airport and railway-station passengers, additional travel time is particularly important because VVIP movements can temporarily affect road traffic. The Delhi Metro, meanwhile, is expected to remain a comparatively reliable option because the main restrictions are focused on road movement. For residents, the message is straightforward: if you have an important journey during the summit, do not rely on your usual travel time. Intelligence sharing across Delhi-NCR The security operation also extends beyond Delhi Police jurisdiction. Delhi Police has held coordination meetings with police and traffic authorities in neighbouring Ghaziabad and Noida, focusing on border vigilance, intelligence sharing, suspicious activity, aerial surveillance, emergency response and movement management. This is significant because a high-profile diplomatic event cannot be secured by looking only at what happens inside the New Delhi district. The security perimeter has to account for Delhi-NCR as one interconnected operational space.

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India is making final preparations for the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026. Described by MEA officials as a massive logistical operation, the summit concludes a year-long chairship comprising over 350 meetings under the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability". With around 1,300 domestic and foreign journalists expected at the International Media Centre, the government has declared a holiday on Friday, 11 September, to ensure smooth coordination and city operations.  


BRICS summit is a ‘large logistical exercise’, 1300 journalists expected, MEA official says

BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi is focusing on some of the biggest challenges shaping the global economy, from artificial intelligence and climate change to development finance, trade and the growing role of the Global South.

Experts discuss the New Development Bank (NDB), one of BRICS’ key institutions, and how it complements existing multilateral development banks by providing infrastructure financing, including a growing share of loans in local currencies.

Artificial intelligence is another major focus, with BRICS members pushing for greater cooperation on AI governance, data, digital sovereignty, technology access and open-source ecosystems. The grouping is also looking at ways to prevent unequal access to AI from widening the development gap.

Green technology is emerging as another area for deeper cooperation, including solar and wind power, energy storage, green minerals, battery manufacturing, green hydrogen and climate finance.

With China set to assume the BRICS presidency in 2027, experts say the grouping could focus on stronger institutions, financial cooperation, local-currency trade and more tangible outcomes for developing economies.

The broader question remains: Can BRICS translate its shared ambitions into concrete action and help create a more inclusive, balanced and multipolar global order?

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As India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, artificial intelligence and quantum computing are emerging as key priorities for its presidency. India is expected to push cooperation in advanced technologies, strengthen innovation partnerships and promote practical outcomes for BRICS nations.

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India is making final arrangements for the 18th BRICS Summit this weekend, with officials describing the gathering as a large-scale logistical operation designed to keep New Delhi functioning while hosting an expanded bloc of leaders, partners and journalists.Vasudev Ravi, Officer on Special Duty for Press Relations in the Ministry of External Affairs, said the leaders’ meetings would take place on 12 and 13 September at Bharat Mandapam. “On 12th, of course, we’ve put the detailed programme out earlier in the day. 12th is the day when member countries would be having their engagement, and 13th would be the day where partner and invitee countries would be involved,” he said.India has held the BRICS chairship through 2026 under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. Officials say more than 350 meetings have already been held across the country. The summit itself, Ravi argued, is the most visible test of that year-long effort.“In terms of organisation of the summit, it is a large logistical exercise for us,” he said. The work has been shared by the Ministry of External Affairs, other government departments, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Delhi Police. “The challenge, of course, is when large delegations come, and which is also the reason why the summit is being held on a weekend.”The Delhi government has declared Friday 11 September a holiday. Ravi said the day would also be used for side events leading into the summit. “We hope that this exercise that we’ve been undertaking with our colleagues in other ministries in the Government of India over the last few months will lead to a successful summit on the 12th and 13th.”Coverage will be centred on an International Media Centre inside the Bharat Mandapam complex, run by MEA’s External Publicity Division. Ravi said the proximity of the press facility to the summit venue was deliberate. “We expect about 12 to 1,300 journalists in total to be present at the International Media Center on a daily basis during the summit.”He estimated a roughly even split between Indian and foreign reporters. “We expect, I think, a 50-50 ratio, where about 600 to 700 journalists representing domestic outlets and about 600 to 700 journalists representing foreign outlets [will] be present.” Most visiting journalists, he said, were from BRICS members, partner countries or invitee states, with additional participation from international outlets already based in Delhi.Indian missions abroad have been asked to amplify the chairship in local languages. “A lot of our missions and consulates have used local languages to highlight what our presidency has been about, what is the message that we are trying to send across with our priorities for the summit,” Ravi said. “It has been a coordinated exercise, and of course it is our motive to reach out to as many people as we can.”Dedicated BRICS handles have been set up on X, Facebook and Instagram, alongside MEA accounts on YouTube, SoundCloud, Flickr and Snapchat. A dedicated website, brics2026.gov.in, lists meetings held across India. Officials have also issued a QR code linking to summit information.“I think our effort has been to make communication easier for those who are keen on following us,” Ravi said. “A combination of all this would definitely stand you on good ground in terms of gathering information.”The summit comes as BRICS marks two decades since its founding and now includes 11 members plus partner countries.&nbsp;

Coverage will be centred on an International Media Centre inside the Bharat Mandapam complex, run by MEA’s External Publicity Division. The official said the proximity of the press facility to the summit venue was deliberate.

India is making final arrangements for the 18th BRICS Summit this weekend, with officials describing the gathering as a large-scale logistical operation designed to keep New Delhi functioning while hosting an expanded bloc of leaders, partners and journalists. Vasudev Ravi, Officer on Special Duty for Press Relations in the Ministry of External Affairs, said the leaders’ meetings would take place on 12 and 13 September at Bharat Mandapam. “On 12th, of course, we’ve put the detailed programme out earlier in the day. 12th is the day when member countries would be having their engagement, and 13th would be the day where partner and invitee countries would be involved,” he said. India has held the BRICS chairship through 2026 under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. Officials say more than 350 meetings have already been held across the country. The summit itself, Ravi argued, is the most visible test of that year-long effort. “In terms of organisation of the summit, it is a large logistical exercise for us,” he said. The work has been shared by the Ministry of External Affairs, other government departments, the Ministry of Home Affairs and Delhi Police. “The challenge, of course, is when large delegations come, and which is also the reason why the summit is being held on a weekend.” The Delhi government has declared Friday 11 September a holiday. Ravi said the day would also be used for side events leading into the summit. “We hope that this exercise that we’ve been undertaking with our colleagues in other ministries in the Government of India over the last few months will lead to a successful summit on the 12th and 13th.” Coverage will be centred on an International Media Centre inside the Bharat Mandapam complex, run by MEA’s External Publicity Division. Ravi said the proximity of the press facility to the summit venue was deliberate. “We expect about 12 to 1,300 journalists in total to be present at the International Media Center on a daily basis during the summit.” He estimated a roughly even split between Indian and foreign reporters. “We expect, I think, a 50-50 ratio, where about 600 to 700 journalists representing domestic outlets and about 600 to 700 journalists representing foreign outlets [will] be present.” Most visiting journalists, he said, were from BRICS members, partner countries or invitee states, with additional participation from international outlets already based in Delhi. Indian missions abroad have been asked to amplify the chairship in local languages. “A lot of our missions and consulates have used local languages to highlight what our presidency has been about, what is the message that we are trying to send across with our priorities for the summit,” Ravi said. “It has been a coordinated exercise, and of course it is our motive to reach out to as many people as we can.” Dedicated BRICS handles have been set up on X, Facebook and Instagram, alongside MEA accounts on YouTube, SoundCloud, Flickr and Snapchat. A dedicated website, brics2026.gov.in, lists meetings held across India. Officials have also issued a QR code linking to summit information. “I think our effort has been to make communication easier for those who are keen on following us,” Ravi said. “A combination of all this would definitely stand you on good ground in terms of gathering information.” The summit comes as BRICS marks two decades since its founding and now includes 11 members plus partner countries.

Coverage will be centred on an International Media Centre inside the Bharat Mandapam complex, run by MEA’s External Publicity Division. The official said the proximity of the press facility to the summit venue was deliberate.

BRICS Summit is a ‘large logistical exercise’, 1300 Journalists expected, MEA official says

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