World leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin, are gathering in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit 2026 amid trade tensions and geopolitical challenges.
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim left for New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit.
BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi for an India-hosted summit focused on global trade, regional crises, economic resilience and cooperation with the Global South.
India has adopted a restrained approach to its BRICS presidency and leaders’ summit, seeking to balance multilateral engagement with strained relations with the United States and other geopolitical pressures.
As India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Summit, a widening trade gap with the expanded bloc highlights the challenge of converting deeper BRICS ties into stronger export opportunities for Indian businesses.
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor said India’s hosting of BRICS 2026 provides an important platform for the Global South, responding to questions raised by P Chidambaram about tangible benefits.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi for a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India hosts the BRICS summit.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at the Bharat Mandapam venue in New Delhi as BRICS summit events are underway, with bilateral meetings planned on the sidelines.
Ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, Indian artists and the Ministry of External Affairs are using sand art, miniature chalk portraits, regional crafts and a curated media kit to welcome BRICS leaders.
