At the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa emphasized the need for deeper cooperation and a more ambitious agenda to address challenges facing the Global South. The summit concluded with a focus on leveraging technology, enhancing disaster resilience, and tackling climate change impacts.
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa to review progress in bilateral cooperation and strategic partnerships. The discussions highlighted shared interests in economic development, trade, and regional stability.
The summit also addressed food and energy security, sustainable development, and the role of artificial intelligence in driving innovation across sectors. Leaders stressed the importance of collective action to ensure equitable growth and resilience in the face of global challenges.
South Africa's participation underscored its commitment to multilateralism and its role in shaping a more inclusive global economic framework. The outcomes of the summit are expected to influence future policy directions and international collaboration efforts.
