Vladimir Putin Says BRICS Is Bigger Than G7

Source: TribunNews.com | Original Published At: 2026-09-11 14:10:11 UTC

Key Points

• Speaking at the BRICS Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Vladimir Putin said BRICS countries contribute almost 40% of global economic output, compared with about 18% for the G7.
• Putin questioned the continued relevance of the G7 and described BRICS as the world's largest economic bloc.
• He accused Western countries of repeatedly trying to weaken BRICS and of imposing unfair sanctions on Russia.
• Putin said Russia had maintained its economic performance despite sanctions and called for greater cooperation among BRICS members.
• He stated that BRICS remains open to cooperation with countries outside the bloc as the global economic order changes.
• The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled to be held in New Delhi, India, on 12-13 September 2026.