At the 2026 BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, Indonesia said BRICS should push for fairer global governance and a more effective UN Security Council.
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses BRICS foreign ministers, highlighting risks to global energy and maritime stability from West Asia tensions while calling for reformed multilateralism.
At a BRICS foreign ministers’ conclave, India urged practical coordination on maritime security, energy stability, and de-escalation amid Iran-UAE tensions and wider Middle East conflict.
Amidst the BRICS Summit, Iran’s Foreign Minister visited India as an Indian ship sank near Oman. FM Jaishankar emphasized collective stability and peace at the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting.
Tensions between Iran and UAE at New Delhi BRICS meeting required Russian intervention, challenging consensus on joint statement regarding West Asia conflict.
Disputes between Iran and the UAE over the West Asia crisis exposed BRICS consensus challenges during foreign ministers’ talks in India.
India told BRICS foreign ministers that secure shipping lanes, de-escalation in West Asia, and coordinated action against terrorism are critical for global stability.
Top diplomats from BRICS countries, including Iran and UAE, failed to issue a joint statement after two-day meeting in New Delhi, with India releasing only a presidency note exposing group divergences.
At the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, China signaled support for India’s 2026 chairmanship through its ambassador while broader geopolitical tensions shaped discussions.
