An analysis by Nilanjan Ghosh examines how BRICS could translate greater Global South representation into development financing, connected infrastructure and innovation cooperation.
India’s Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi reviewed priorities and next steps after chairing the 13th BRICS Education Ministers’ Meeting, which adopted a declaration on education cooperation, skills, research, and traditional knowledge.
Speaking at the BRICS Education Ministers’ Meeting in Odisha’s capital, Joshi emphasized resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainable development.
The meeting under India’s BRICS Chairship 2026 will focus on education priorities and a proposed declaration prepared by senior officials.
The BRICS Cultural Summit in Bhopal features exhibitions highlighting India’s maritime heritage, cultural connections with the world, and digitization of traditional knowledge, alongside a Madhya Pradesh pavilion promoting tourism and local crafts.
Education ministers and senior officials will meet on August 5–7, 2026, to discuss early childhood education, vocational training, research and recognition of qualifications.
Bhubaneswar will host the BRICS India Chairship Education Track Meetings with delegates from BRICS member countries.
Young researchers, academics, and policy experts from BRICS countries gathered in Russia to discuss sustainable Arctic tourism, environmental conservation, Indigenous cultural heritage, and scientific cooperation.
India hosted the BRICS Network University International Governing Board meeting, where members advanced academic cooperation, traditional knowledge initiatives, and institutional planning.
