BRICS Explained: Meaning, Origins, 2026 Theme and Why It Matters
An explainer on BRICS, its origins, expansion, the 2026 India summit theme, and the role of the New Development Bank.
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BRICS can help Global South build “development-chain resilience”: Chinese editorial
A China Daily editorial cited by ANI argues that expanding BRICS cooperation can strengthen development-chain resilience for Global South economies through trade diversification, connectivity, local-currency settlement, and institutional support.
India wants BRICS to be a bridge-builder, not a bloc-builder
An opinion piece examines India’s BRICS presidency priorities, including Women-Led Development, cross-border payments, MSME resilience, renewable energy, supply chains, and a reformist multilateral approach.
BRICS Expansion Raises Questions Over NDB’s Ability to Support Growing Economic Ambitions
As BRICS expands and advances local-currency and financial cooperation initiatives, attention is turning to whether the New Development Bank can align its capacity with the bloc’s economic agenda.
In New Delhi, Xi Jinping Seeks BRICS at the Forefront of Global Order Reform
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where the agenda includes cooperation, development, global governance reform, and greater participation by the Global South.
Why the 2026 BRICS Summit Matters for India
An analysis of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, its priorities, the group’s Global South agenda, and India’s growing influence within BRICS.
BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi Airspace Restrictions from Sept 11-13
Special security measures restrict flights around Delhi during the BRICS Summit period.
BRICS Must Prioritise New Development Bank
BRICS should strengthen the New Development Bank’s governance, creditworthiness, and role in financial initiatives to avoid fragmentation and better serve the Global South.
BRICS Leaders Set to Fine-Tune Incubator Network, Startup Fund, Supply Chain Cooperation Framework
BRICS leaders are expected to discuss a digital incubator network, a startup innovation fund and a voluntary logistics supply-chain framework aimed at strengthening innovation, financing and resilient trade logistics.