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From Russia to Iran: Who’s Arriving in New Delhi for the High-Stakes BRICS Meet

Countries
BrazilChinaEgyptEthiopiaIndiaIndonesiaIranRussiaSouth AfricaUnited Arab Emirates
Cooperation areas
Economic GrowthInclusive Multilateralism

Source: The Tribune | Original Published At: 2026-05-14 06:05:59 UTC

Key Points

  • Foreign ministers and senior diplomats from BRICS nations gathered in New Delhi for a two-day meeting hosted under India's 2026 chairship.
  • External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will chair the meeting, with key attendance from Russia, Iran, Brazil, and Egypt.
  • China is represented by Ambassador Xu Feihong as Foreign Minister Wang Yi is unable to attend due to prior commitments.
  • Delegations from South Africa, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and the United Arab Emirates have also arrived for the engagement.
  • Partner countries Kazakhstan and Nigeria are participating in outreach sessions alongside BRICS members.
  • The agenda covers the West Asia conflict, multilateral institution reform, and economic cooperation under India's presidency theme.
  • The schedule includes separate sessions among members, partner interactions, and a joint engagement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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