Brazil Transfers BRICS Presidency to India

Source: ac24horas | Original Published At: 2025-12-13 01:34:00 UTC

Key Points

• Brazil formally transferred the BRICS presidency to India during the 4th Sherpas Meeting, symbolized by the handover of a sustainably sourced Amazonian wood gavel.
• India's priorities for 2026 include resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability, building on Brazil's focus areas like climate action and AI governance.
• Brazil highlighted achievements in six key areas: Global Health Cooperation, Climate Change, Trade/Investment, Multilateral Governance, AI Regulation, and Institutional Development.
• The symbolic gavel, crafted from reclaimed Amazonian wood, reflects Brazil's emphasis on sustainability and climate financing initiatives within BRICS.
• Brazil will retain leadership until December 31, 2025, with a final security workshop planned.