Brazil Transfers BRICS Presidency to India, Starting January 1, 2026

Source: Folha De Pernambuco | Original Published At: 2025-12-13 00:32:00 UTC

Key Points

• Brazil formally transferred BRICS presidency to India during the 4th BRICS Sherpas Meeting.
• India's priorities for 2026 include resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability across four strategic pillars.
• Continuity of Brazilian-led initiatives like climate disaster reduction systems and equitable AI cooperation will be maintained.
• Brazil will remain BRICS chair until December 31, 2025, before India assumes full leadership.
• India emphasizes principles of continuity, consolidation, and consensus in its BRICS leadership approach.