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India’s SCO Position Raises Questions for Its BRICS Summit Agenda

India joined SCO’s Iran statement. It must ensure China-Russia agenda doesn’t shape BRICS
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Source: ThePrint | Original Published At: 2026-09-04 05:55:50 UTC

Key Points

  • India joined the SCO’s Bishkek Declaration condemning military strikes on Iran and supporting a diplomatic resolution.
  • The author argues that India’s position at the SCO could influence negotiations over language on Iran at the BRICS Summit.
  • The article identifies resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability as priorities of India’s BRICS 2026 agenda.
  • The author urges India to preserve strategic autonomy while managing differing priorities among BRICS members.
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