Xi Jinping says China will assume BRICS rotating presidency and host 19th summit in 2027

Source: Известия | Original Published At: 2026-09-12 09:51:01 UTC

Key Points

• China will assume the rotating BRICS presidency again in 2027 and host the 19th BRICS summit, according to Chinese President Xi Jinping.
• Xi said all parties look forward to China uniting the collective wisdom and synergy of BRICS countries to advance cooperation.
• The announcement was reported by China's Central Television (CCTV) on September 12.
• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hosting the 18th BRICS summit, called for an ambitious BRICS agenda for the next 20 years.
• Modi proposed developing mechanisms to ensure continuity and implementation of BRICS decisions.
• He also suggested considering a digital accompaniment system for each interstate step.