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Critical Minerals a Key Point of Discussion at BRICS Summit: Reddy

Critical Minerals A Key Point Of Discussion In BRICS Summit: Reddy
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Source: Outlook Business | Original Published At: 2026-09-11 11:02:39 UTC

Key Points

  • Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said critical minerals will be one of the major points of discussion at the BRICS Summit.
  • Reddy noted that the Indian government is taking multiple steps to boost the availability of critical minerals in the country.
  • He said government-to-government talks are underway with Argentina, Australia, and Chile to secure lithium blocks.
  • Reddy met a Russian delegation on Thursday ahead of the BRICS Summit.
  • The two-day BRICS Summit hosted by India is expected to focus on collective resilience in food, energy, health, disaster reduction, and critical supply chains.
  • Reddy emphasized that critical minerals are essential for development and that India aims to become self-sufficient in this area.
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