Under India’s chairship, BRICS is seeking to deepen cooperation in digital payments, artificial intelligence, digital public infrastructure, quantum technology, semiconductors, startups and other emerging technologies.
BRICS nations endorsed India’s proposals to create a sports technology working group and host a sports goods manufacturing conclave, while reviewing progress under the BRICS Sports Working Group.
BRICS countries, in their New Delhi Declaration, agreed to strengthen international cooperation against illicit financial flows, terrorism financing, drug-related money laundering, and misuse of digital financial channels.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi unanimously adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026, emphasizing cooperation in culture, education, skills, women, youth, employment, tourism and sports.
The article argues that BRICS has strengthened the Global South’s influence against unilateralism, protectionism and Western dominance over global governance.
At the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, BRICS members unanimously adopted a joint declaration on multilateral reform, terrorism, trade, security and future cooperation, while PM Modi outlined five priorities for BRICS.
BRICS countries called for energy security through diversified sources, stable markets and inclusive transitions, while recognising the continued role of fossil fuels for emerging and developing economies.
BRICS leaders issued a declaration recognising women as leaders, decision-makers and drivers of economic growth and social transformation, while highlighting women’s role in peacebuilding and sustainable development.
Xi Jinping’s short visit to New Delhi dominates the BRICS summit as India pursues a softer, non-Western orientation while Russia pushes anti-Western rhetoric.
