Russian President Vladimir Putin said BRICS supports equal and unrestricted opportunities for economic and social growth while preserving national cultures and traditions.
The official logo for the 18th BRICS Summit in India was selected through a public design competition and reflects India’s presidency themes, cultural identity, and BRICS cooperation values.
A cultural performance titled ‘Navarasa – The Universe of Shared Emotions’ was presented during the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit gala dinner in New Delhi, highlighting Indian arts and shared emotions among BRICS nations.
Fact-check finds that a viral selfie image claimed to show world leaders at the 2026 BRICS Summit is AI-generated.
India displayed AI-based cancer detection and other deep-tech innovations at the 18th BRICS Summit, while BRICS leaders emphasized science, technology and innovation cooperation.
China said it will develop an inclusive, open-source AI platform for BRICS and organize AI training as part of efforts to strengthen the bloc’s technological cooperation.
The Chairman of the Board at the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute said expanding trade among BRICS countries could help member economies attract greater sovereign wealth fund capital.
World media coverage of the BRICS summit in New Delhi focused on opposition to unilateral sanctions, calls for global institutional reform, efforts to reduce dollar dependence and a proposed BRICS peacekeeping role in Middle East conflicts.
Luxury hotels across New Delhi are accommodating leaders and delegations attending the 18th BRICS Summit from September 11 to 13.
