BRICS Summit: Modi, Putin and Xi Expected on Same Platform in Delhi
The Delhi summit is expected to highlight BRICS’ agenda, India’s multipolar diplomacy, and discussions on local-currency trade and de-dollarization.
Finance
IRDAI permits insurers to invest in New Development Bank’s onshore rupee bonds
Indian insurance regulator IRDAI has approved investment in the BRICS-backed New Development Bank’s Maharajah INR onshore rupee bonds, which the bank plans to use for sustainable development and infrastructure financing in India.
Mumbai To Host BRICS Global Impact Forum Ahead Of 18th Summit, Bringing Soft Power And Business Together
Mumbai will host the second Global Impact Forum on September 5 and 6, 2026, ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, bringing together cultural exchange, business networking and startup pitches across BRICS countries.
BRICS Finance Ministers to Discuss Trade and Digital Currency Ahead of Summit
India will chair a two-day meeting of BRICS finance ministers in New Delhi to explore financial mechanisms, digital currencies, and ways to boost intra-bloc trade.
BRICS Summit Expected to Advance Cross-Border Payment Links, Sources Say
India frames proposed links between BRICS payment systems and central bank digital currencies as measures to lower costs and speed settlements.
India-led BRICS pursues consensus on summit joint statement
India is facilitating negotiations ahead of the September summit in New Delhi, with discussions focused on consensus, practical trade measures and integrating newer members.
BRICS Summit 2026: Key Priorities as India Prepares to Host
India’s BRICS chairmanship focuses on cooperation in trade, payments, innovation and climate resilience ahead of the New Delhi summit.
BRICS Summit: Xi, Putin, Pezeshkian Among International Leaders Expected Next Month in New Delhi
The BRICS Leaders’ Summit is expected to be held in New Delhi on 12 and 13 September, with most member states represented at head-of-state or head-of-government level.
The correct measure of New Delhi’s BRICS presidency
The success of India’s BRICS presidency will depend on whether its initiatives retain momentum after the chair passes to China in 2027.