BRICS: Congress says declarations of solidarity must be backed by consistent action

Source: The New Indian Express | Original Published At: 2026-09-12 07:54:12 UTC

Key Points

• The Indian Congress urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to use India’s BRICS chairmanship to strengthen India’s diplomatic standing among Global South nations.
• The party said declarations of solidarity with BRICS members, including Iran and South Africa, must be matched by consistent action.
• It called on the government to advance trade with BRICS countries, address market barriers, and expand opportunities for Indian goods and services.
• The statement supported strengthening BRICS financial cooperation, including the BRICS Pay System and operationalizing the Contingent Reserve Arrangement.
• Congress said India should use the BRICS summit to deepen South-South cooperation and promote a rules-based international order without bloc politics.
• It also sought member support for India’s bid for permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council.