Jaishankar outlines India’s BRICS 2026 strategy amid US tariff challenges

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Source: The Indian Express | Original Published At: 2026-01-13 10:12:56 UTC

India unveils BRICS 2026 logo and official website ahead of hosting the 18th summit with 100+ meetings across 60 cities.
Four guiding priorities: resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability across political, economic, and cultural pillars.
US imposes 25% penalty tariff on Indian oil imports from Russia, affecting another BRICS member (Brazil) similarly.
Summit preparations follow G20 Presidency model with ministerial meetings in multiple Indian cities including Bangalore and Hyderabad.
Focus on strengthening institutional frameworks for global shocks in agriculture, health, energy, and supply chains.