BRICS Summit to Strengthen India’s Trade and Diplomatic Influence
Source: Lokmat Times | Original Published At: 2026-09-12 12:55:33 UTC
Key Points
- Indian leaders welcomed the BRICS Summit in New Delhi as an opportunity to strengthen India’s global standing, expand trade avenues, and deepen diplomatic engagement.
- Shiv Sena leader Manisha Kayande said the summit is significant for India and that hosting it is a matter of honour, noting India’s role amid global tensions.
- Senior BJP leader Nirmal Singh said the summit reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision and India’s growing importance on the global stage.
- Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak said the summit could open new trade avenues and that interactions with leaders of China and Russia may create opportunities for Indian businesses.
- Kerala Minister K. Muraleedharan said the India-Russia partnership and the bilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Modi are significant amid global conflicts.
- Rajya Sabha MP Medha Kulkarni said the summit addressed issues including trade, sustainability, and international payment systems, with wider implications for global economic cooperation.