BRICS New Delhi Declaration puts global south, women-led innovation and digital connectivity at centre stage

Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 13:33:16 UTC

Key Points

• The BRICS New Delhi Declaration is expected to strengthen economic cooperation, women-led innovation, and resilient digital infrastructure across BRICS.
• BRICS CCI Chairman Sameep Shastri said the declaration supports a more inclusive global order and commended India's BRICS Presidency under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
• Industry leaders called for translating BRICS commitments into tangible outcomes and stronger business linkages.
• The declaration places greater emphasis on women's leadership in innovation, science, financial inclusion, digital inclusion, and entrepreneurship.
• The Women in Innovation, Science & Entrepreneurship initiative focuses on innovation and collaboration, access to funding, and policy advocacy, with recognition in South Africa and Brazil.
• The telecommunications sector welcomed the declaration's emphasis on connectivity, interoperable ICT security standards, submarine cable infrastructure, and AI safety cooperation.