Chinese President Xi Jinping called on BRICS nations to take a leading role in shaping global cooperation during the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Speaking at the summit, Xi emphasized the importance of standing on the right side of history and playing a pioneering role in global affairs. This comes as the group marks its 20th anniversary of cooperation, with Xi highlighting the platform’s growing influence among emerging and developing countries.
The summit, held in the Indian capital, brought together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, alongside guest nations. Discussions focused on trade, investment, and global conflicts, with tensions over wars in Ukraine and Iran shaping part of the agenda. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that geopolitical instability and supply chain disruptions are threatening global stability, urging stronger collaboration among the Global South.
Xi proposed five initiatives aimed at boosting economic and technological cooperation among BRICS nations. These proposals are designed to enhance the group’s influence and support for developing economies. The summit also saw Modi meet with 15 world leaders, underscoring the growing importance of BRICS in international diplomacy.
Leaders emphasized the need for a more equitable global order, with BRICS seeking to challenge Western-dominated institutions. The summit concluded with a renewed commitment to collective growth and stability in an increasingly fragmented world.
