BRICS leaders converge on stronger multilateralism, UN reforms, peaceful resolution of conflicts: MEA
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Source: ANI (Asian News International) | Original Published At: 2026-09-12 13:23:40 UTC
Key Points
- India assumed the BRICS chairship in January 2026 for the fourth time as the grouping marks its 20th anniversary.
- The 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit member session focused on inclusive global governance, stronger multilateralism, and a greater voice for the Global South.
- BRICS leaders reiterated support for comprehensive UN reform, including Security Council reform, and for reforming the international financial architecture.
- The leaders emphasized dialogue, diplomacy, and peaceful resolution of conflicts, including calls for restraint in West Asia and ceasefire and humanitarian access in Gaza.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed that BRICS members jointly prepare 10 global governance reform proposals for a BRICS Reform Roadmap by the next summit.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping called on BRICS nations to support a political settlement and play a role in bringing peace to the Middle East.