‘Practical cooperation needed to tackle global crises’, S. Jaishankar says at BRICS meeting

Source: Aaj Tak | Original Published At: 2026-05-14 10:18:39 UTC

Key Points

• India called on BRICS countries to find practical ways to better deal with geopolitical turmoil and trade disruptions at a Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi.
• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving global conflicts.
• Foreign ministers from Iran, Russia, Brazil and other member countries participated in the two-day conference hosted by India.
• BRICS represents 11 major emerging economies, accounting for approximately 49.5% of world population, 40% of global GDP and 26% of global trade.
• India is hosting this Foreign Ministers' meeting ahead of the group's annual summit scheduled for September as BRICS chair.
• Jaishankar highlighted the need for economic resilience, reliable supply chains and diversified markets.
• BRICS expanded in 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and UAE, with Indonesia set to join in 2025.