Russia’s Key Provisions Included in BRICS Summit Declaration

Source: Известия | Original Published At: 2026-09-13 10:23:00 UTC

Key Points

• The final declaration of the 2026 BRICS summit includes provisions important for Russia, including joint settlement centers and an investment platform.
• The summit document records initiatives to strengthen financial cooperation among BRICS countries and expand the use of national currencies in settlements.
• Russian President Vladimir Putin said BRICS internal trade turnover has reached $1.2 trillion.
• Putin said strengthening the New Development Bank’s potential is a relevant task for the entire BRICS grouping.
• Putin noted that BRICS countries account for half of global economic growth, while eurozone indicators have declined.