CPI MP P Sandosh Kumar Ahead of 18th BRICS Summit

Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-09-11 04:39:37 UTC

Key Points

• India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13.
• India is assuming the BRICS chairship for the fourth time in 2026 under the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."
• CPI Rajya Sabha MP P Sandosh Kumar described BRICS as an important international platform and said it should be strengthened as an alternative to unilateral agendas pursued by the United States administration.
• Kumar said the participation of major world leaders makes the summit significant and stressed dialogue and regional cooperation in addressing global challenges.
• He said India must protect its interests while engaging with other countries and welcomed discussions that are beneficial to the Indian economy.
• Kumar questioned the significance of economic assessments by the IMF and World Bank, saying data should be reflected in people's lives.
• He said normal life in Delhi has been affected by road blocks and restrictions, adding that this is not caused only by BRICS.