Delhi’s Cultural Showcase Ahead of the BRICS Summit
A column describes how Delhi was decorated and how Indian food culture was presented to visiting leaders and journalists for the BRICS summit.
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Four Security Rings for Putin, 15,000 Police for Xi as Delhi Becomes Fortress for BRICS Summit
India has deployed one of its largest-ever security operations for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with layered protection for President Vladimir Putin and President Xi Jinping.
BRICS unanimously sign New Delhi Declaration
BRICS leaders unanimously endorsed the New Delhi Declaration, with Indian Prime Minister Modi saying it sets a clear direction for common commitment.
Putin accuses West of trying to recover its “lost leadership” with sanctions and attacks
Russian president criticizes economic restrictions, blockades and actions against strategic infrastructure in remarks at BRICS summit in India.
BRICS Delhi Declaration Approved Unanimously; Opposition to Unilateral Sanctions
BRICS summit under India’s chairmanship adopted a declaration supporting local-currency trade, multilateral reform, and joint action against terrorism.
BRICS Leaders Condemn Tariffs and Strengthen Use of Local Currencies
The BRICS New Delhi Declaration criticizes unilateral trade barriers, promotes local currency use, and reinforces financial cooperation without deciding on a common currency.
China and India meet at BRICS summit, seek solution to border conflict
At the summit, eleven attending countries issued a joint statement calling for restraint in the Middle East conflict.
Lula remembered by BRICS leaders beyond diplomatic courtesy
Brazil’s President Lula, absent from the BRICS leaders’ summit in New Delhi, was widely mentioned by other leaders, with some highlighting the strategic importance of the Brazilian election.
BRICS Approves New Delhi Declaration and Reinforces Defense of Multilateralism
The 18th BRICS summit adopted a declaration calling for restraint in the Middle East, rejecting unilateral economic measures, and expanding cooperation in energy, health, finance, and global governance.