BRICS nations successfully adopted the Delhi Declaration 2026 with consensus, notably overcoming sharp divisions between Iran and the UAE regarding the . India played a pivotal role in bridging these differences.
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How today’s news fits into the bigger picture
2012
India Hosts BRICS Summit for First Time
India hosted its first BRICS summit in New Delhi, focusing on stability, security, and prosperity through cooperation.
2016
Goa Declaration Adopted
The 8th BRICS summit in Goa, India, adopted a declaration emphasizing economic growth, regional security, and counter-terrorism efforts.
2021
India Hosts Virtual Summit
India hosted the 13th BRICS Summit virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on intra-BRICS cooperation for continuity, consolidation, and consensus.
August 2023
BRICS Expansion Announced
At the Johannesburg summit, BRICS announced the invitation of six new member countries – Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE – to join the bloc from January 2024.
Today
BRICS nations adopted the Delhi Declaration 2026 with consensus, with India mediating Iran-UAE differences.
What happens next?
BRICS will continue to advocate for global governance reforms, with member countries expected to align their diplomatic efforts in international forums in the coming months.
The BRICS grouping achieved a significant diplomatic breakthrough by adopting a joint declaration with consensus at the Delhi Summit today. This achievement followed extensive overnight talks, reportedly extending until 4 AM, to resolve deep divisions between Iran and the UAE concerning the West Asia conflict. India played a crucial role in mediating these differences, leading to a united front. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also used the platform to advocate for time-bound reforms in global governance, including the UN Security Council, emphasizing a greater voice for countries driving global economic growth. The declaration highlights conflict prevention and peaceful resolution of international disputes.
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BRICS aims to promote economic cooperation, trade, and development among its member countries, and to represent a more multipolar world order in global governance and diplomatic discussions.
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