India is preparing a series of BRICS ministerial meetings ahead of the September summit in Delhi, with focus on trade in local currencies, financial reform, fair trade, and resilient supply chains.
Bhubaneswar will host the BRICS India Chairship Education Track Meetings with delegates from BRICS member countries.
BRICS Culture Working Group meetings under India’s 2026 BRICS Presidency addressed cultural cooperation, heritage protection, creative economies, copyright, and ethical use of AI.
China expressed support for India’s BRICS chairmanship and the success of the September summit, while not confirming whether President Xi Jinping will attend.
Analysts said the invitation to the BRICS summit could create an opportunity for India and Bangladesh to work together if Dhaka accepts.
Russian and Chinese leaders are expected to attend the India-hosted BRICS summit, alongside other member and invited leaders.
Bangladesh’s Foreign Ministry said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman received an invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the BRICS Summit outreach session in New Delhi.
BRICS health ministers adopted a landmark declaration on traditional, complementary and integrative medicine, establishing a new expert working group and expanding joint research, digital platforms, and WHO-aligned safety and evidence initiatives.
The BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry marked its 14th Foundation Day in New Delhi, emphasizing its role in advancing trade, investment, innovation, policy dialogue, and people-to-people cooperation across BRICS and BRICS+ nations.
