BRICS MoU on standardisation would create framework for collaboration: Pralhad Joshi

Source: The Economic Times | Original Published At: 2026-07-16 09:20:00 UTC

Key Points

• The 5th BRICS National Standardisation Bodies meeting was held in Bengaluru under India's 2026 BRICS Chairship.
• All 11 BRICS member nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in standardisation.
• The MoU establishes a formal framework for information sharing, technical collaboration, and capacity building among member nations.
• Discussions focused on standards for artificial intelligence, trade facilitation, and shaping international standards at forums like ISO and IEC.
• Indian officials highlighted the agreement as a landmark achievement following several years of negotiations.