BRICS Summit 2026: Key Initiatives and Expected Outcomes
India’s BRICS chairship prioritises practical cooperation in trade, technology, agriculture, health and sustainability, alongside efforts to secure a common leaders’ declaration.
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India seeks a practical, development-focused BRICS agenda for the Global South
A report cited by Lokmat Times outlines India’s efforts to advance BRICS cooperation while preserving strategic autonomy and managing differences among members.
BRICS Academic Forum Focuses on Global Governance and Emerging Technologies
The 18th BRICS Academic Forum, held under India’s BRICS Presidency, examined resilience, innovation, sustainability and global governance reform.
Malaysia’s BRICS partnership: Broader cooperation with ASEAN first
Phar Kim Beng argues that Malaysia should use BRICS partner status to diversify economic cooperation, maintain ASEAN centrality and assess whether full membership serves its national interests.
Delhi BRICS Summit set to advance climate cooperation and global resilience
A report says the September BRICS summit in New Delhi could deepen climate cooperation, disaster resilience, and joint financial mechanisms for the clean-energy transition.
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.
18th BRICS Academic Forum Commences in Lucknow: Experts to Discuss Key Global Challenges
The 18th BRICS Academic Forum is convening in Lucknow under India’s BRICS Presidency to discuss resilience, innovation, sustainability and cooperation among BRICS countries.
UPSC Mains Practice: India’s UNSC Campaign and BRICS Environmental Governance
The educational article examines India’s campaign for a 2028–29 UN Security Council seat and BRICS cooperation on environmental priorities of the Global South.
BRICS Oppose EU Carbon Border Measures in Joint Environment Statement
BRICS environment ministers adopted a common position on carbon-related trade barriers and called for stronger climate finance, adaptation and environmental cooperation.