Our Strength Lies in Diversity and Cooperation; BRICS Partnership Should Not Be Limited to Governments

Source: Malayala Manorama | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 08:42:23 UTC

Key Points

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the second day of the 18th BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
• He called for the upliftment of the Global South through the BRICS platform.
• Modi said BRICS cooperation should extend beyond governments to include entrepreneurs, farmers, researchers, women, youth, and ordinary citizens.
• He emphasized that solutions developed within BRICS should not benefit only member states but should also be adapted and made accessible for Global South countries.
• The Prime Minister stated that trust among Global South countries in BRICS has increased because their voices are heard and their experiences are respected.
• He highlighted that BRICS strength lies in diversity and cooperation, with member countries advancing together through collaborative efforts.