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BRICS Summit 2026: Member nations adopt New Delhi Declaration with consensus | September 12 Highlights
Global leaders pose during the 18th edition of the BRICS Summit at New Delhi. Photo: MEA via PTI

BRICS Summit 2026: Member nations adopt New Delhi Declaration with consensus | September 12 Highlights

2 min read  |  Published - 12 Sep 2026, 07:06 am | Updated - 12 Sep 2026, 11:54 pm

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The BRICS grouping unanimously adopted the New Delhi Declaration, overcoming sharp divisions between Iran and the UAE over the West Asia conflict following a series of back-channel negotiations. The Declaration condemned all forms of terror and unilateral acts of war.

The 18th BRICS Summit, under India’s presidency, began in New Delhi, with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcoming world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, at Bharat Mandapam. The leaders were welcomed against the backdrop of the iconic Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, highlighting India’s cultural heritage.

The latest edition of the summit has Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto among the attendees.

Also read: India's BRICS-by-BRICS journey: From seeking a voice to shaping the global order

BRICS currently comprises 11 countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Indonesia. The theme for this year's summit is 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability'.

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  1. 'Navarasa' showcases BRICS' rich cultural diversity at Leaders' Summit Gala Dinner

    A special cultural performance, "Navarasa – The Universe of Shared Emotions", was presented during the BRICS Leaders' Summit Gala Dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, celebrating the shared cultural heritage and diversity of the BRICS nations.

    The cultural event features the BRICS Symphony – “One Rhythm, Many Cultures”, bringing together musicians from BRICS Members and Partner countries in a unique collaborative musical performance. Drawing on diverse musical traditions, the Symphony seeks to create a shared artistic expression that reflects the diversity, cultural richness and spirit of togetherness of the BRICS family.

    The Symphony, showcasing different instruments from BRICS countries, finds synergy of music and India’s classical dance traditions, bridging musical cultures across nations. The musical presentation is a symbol of the common bonds that the people of BRICS share, connecting diverse civilisations.

    -ANI

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  3. BRICS Leaders visit 'Bharat Innovates' Exposition

    India Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with BRICS Leaders visited the ‘Bharat Innovates’ exposition in New Delhi showcasing India’s growing strength in innovation, technology and entrepreneurship.

  4. Iran's Pezeshkian meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on BRICS sidelines in India

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi on the sidelines of the first day of the New Delhi summit on Saturday, in the two countries' highest-level meeting since the start of the conflict.

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi. Photo: WAM/Reuters

    Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed up to a joint statement from the BRICS group of nations that called for restraint in the West Asia war, in what was seen as a sign of diplomatic progress between the countries divided by the war. The two leaders discussed regional and international issues, de-escalation, stability, and efforts to advance regional peace and development.

    -Reuters

  5. PM Modi hosts gala dinner for BRICS leaders, delegates at Bharat Mandapam

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting a gala dinner for BRICS leaders and delegates at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital on Saturday evening, with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus among those arriving for the event.

    An illuminated view of Bharat Mandapam is seen during a Gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for visiting leaders of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Photo: YT/@NarendraModi via PTI

    WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus also arrived at the venue for the gala dinner.

    Prime Minister Modi is hosting the dinner for global leaders and delegates attending the 18th BRICS Summit, which is being held in New Delhi under India's chairship.

    -ANI

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  7. Arab states, Iran to discuss 'Hormuz route' on Monday: Masoud Pezeshkian

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Saturday that Arab states will meet in Oman on Monday to discuss a “Hormuz route”.

    "They will discuss an understanding on this Hormuz route and notify the relevant international maritime organisation of its status,” he told India Today TV while in New Delhi where he attended the BRICS summit.

    But earlier on Saturday, an Iranian official said that Monday’s meeting was not expected to yield a signed agreement over the blockaded waterway,

    The Iranian official, who discussed the plans on condition of anonymity, said Monday's meeting was called at Oman's initiative, and would provide a forum to discuss other regional issues as well as Hormuz.

    -Reuters

  8. BRICS countries welcome Guwahati Declaration issued by the chiefs of anti-narcotics agencies

    BRICS countries on Saturday expressed concern over illicit drug production, trafficking and abuse worldwide and welcomed the Guwahati Declaration issued by the chiefs of anti-narcotics agencies of the grouping countries in July which had underscored the need for timely intelligence sharing on the operations of narco-gangs.

    The 45-page New Delhi Declaration welcomed "the Guwahati Declaration issued by the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies that would facilitate operational and technical cooperation among BRICS Anti-Drug Agencies".

    The Guwahati Declaration adopted in July had underscored the need to enhance the timely exchange of information, intelligence and best practices, consistent with national laws and international obligations.

    -PTI

  9. "It's high time": UN backs PM Modi's UNSC reform push, credits India's BRICS Presidency

    UN Secretary-General's Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remark that reform of the UN Security Council "can no longer be delayed", saying the current structure with five permanent members no longer reflects the realities of the 21st century and the UN must adapt to the world of 2026.

    "I think if you listen to what the Secretary-General has been saying, since he got into office and, frankly, his predecessor as well, is that there is a fundamental need for reform of the Security Council. The heart of the peace and security architecture of the United Nations is the Security Council. The fact that you look at the way the Council is made up now, of the 5 permanent members, it is no longer a reflection of the 21st century. Whether it is the Security Council or the international financial institutions or all sorts of other international institutions, they need to reflect 2026, and no longer 1945. It is high time that we adapt this organisation to the realities of the world so it is truly representative and even more effective," Dujarric told ANI. - ANI

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  11. Russia's Putin meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on BRICS sidelines

    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks in New Delhi on Saturday on the sidelines of the BRICS Business Forum in India.

    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the side lines of 18th BRICS Summit. Photo: Russian Pool/Reuters

    -Reuters

  12. BRICS leaders pose for family photo

    BRICS Leaders came together for a family photo at the 18th edition of the summit in New Delhi.

  13. BRICS leaders plant banyan trees in New Delhi

    India Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Russian president Vladimir Putin , Chinese President Xi Jinping and other global leaders planted banyan trees in New Delhi as a symbolic gesture of the deep-rooted nature of BRICS.

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  15. No proposal for BRICS currency as of now: MEA

    There is no proposal at present to introduce a common BRICS currency, while discussions on settling bilateral trade in local currencies will continue as a practical way to reduce transaction costs, Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (Economic Relations) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), said on Saturday.

    “There is no proposal in the BRICS for a BRICS currency, as of now,” Dalela said while briefing the media after the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

    His comments come as BRICS countries continue discussions on strengthening cross-border payments and reducing transaction costs in trade among member countries, without moving towards a common currency at present.
    -ANI

  16. China-India ties must be viewed from strategic perspective with long-term development in mind: Xi Jinping to PM Modi

    Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday said China and India should view their bilateral ties from a strategic perspective, keeping in mind the long-term development of relations, as he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital.

    “China-India relations have developed, with both sides keeping in mind the long-term development of bilateral relations from a strategic perspective,” Xi said during his meeting with PM Modi. Xi said that although China and India are different, the two countries have been able to “support and help each other to achieve common development.”

    “I am very happy to attend the New Delhi BRICS summit and to meet with you again. I extend my warm congratulations on the success of the BRICS summit held in India,” the Chinese President said.

    -ANI

  17. BRICS encourages sharing of best practices on AI use in education

    Leaders of BRICS countries on Saturday endorsed sharing of best practices in education in the human-centred use of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) and discussed further exploration for the development of the BRICS University Global Ranking and Evaluation System. The leaders extended their support to continuing cooperation through existing BRICS education mechanisms, including the BRICS Network University.

    -PTI

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  19. China to take over BRICS presidency next year: Xi

    Chinese President Xi Jinping said Saturday that China will assume the BRICS presidency next year and will host the 19th BRICS Summit.

    Addressing the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, Xi said China is ready to work with all parties to build consensus, jointly usher in a third "golden decade" of BRICS cooperation, and create a bright future of prosperity and progress.

    -Reuters

  20. PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Xi Jinping of China

    Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the side lines of the 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi. The bilateral took place during Xi's first visit to India in seven years.

    In his statement, the Chinese President exhorted for greater BRICS cooperation and remarked that India-China ties are growing steadily. Modi, in his response, thanked Xi for the support given to BRICS.

  21. Two decades of BRICS: India releases commemorative postage stamps

    India has released two commemorative postage stamps marking two decades of BRICS at the 18th Summit in New Delhi.

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  23. Iranian, UAE leaders meet on sidelines of BRICS Summit in New Delhi

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in New Delhi amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. - ANI

  24. Bahrain Foreign Affairs Minister reaches New Delhi

    Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain, has reached New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit.

  25. Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrives at New Delhi

    The President of Kazakhstan and chair of Eurasian Economic Union, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has reached New Delhi for the BRICS Summit. He was welcomed at the airport by the Union Minister of State for Education & Development of North Eastern Region, Sukanta Majumdar.

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  27. BRICS adopts Delhi Declaration

     In a significant diplomatic breakthrough for India, the BRICS grouping on Saturday adopted a joint declaration with consensus, overcoming sharp divisions between Iran and the UAE over the West Asia conflict following a series of back-channel negotiations.

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the adoption of the declaration at the end of the opening day's deliberations at the two-day India-hosted summit. The negotiations on the text of the declaration went down to the wire as both Iran and the UAE had hardened their positions initially. BRICS is a consensus-based grouping, meaning any single member can block a final joint declaration.

    -PTI

  28. PM Modi shares photos with Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping

  29. PM Modi shares concluding remarks during the first session of BRICS Summit

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared his concluding remarks at the first session of the 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi.

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  31. President Droupadi Murmu meets Iran counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian

    India President Droupadi Murmu met with her Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit at New Delhi.

    Indian President Droupadi Murmu meets Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of BRICS Summit. Photo: PTI

    -PTI

  32. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at venue

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at Bharat Mandapam, the venue for the BRICS Summit 2026 under the chairship of India.- ANI

  33. PM Modi highlights BRICS’ growing global role as summit gets underway

    As the BRICS Summit begins, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the grouping has established its identity on the world stage over the past 20 years. Calling the summit a “historic milestone”, Modi also stressed that BRICS is “not against anyone”.

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  35. PM Modi addresses the first session of BRICS Summit

    During the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Today, BRICS, too, has reached a moment of 'coming of age'. Over the past two decades, BRICS has established a distinct identity on the global stage. We respect each other's perspectives and move forward through consensus. We strive to advance not by opposing anyone, but by taking everyone along. Now is the time for us to translate our unity and consensus within BRICS into tangible results on the global stage." ANI

  36. PM Modi welcomes Xi Jinping to the summit

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping as the BRICS Summit 2026 started its first day of the event.

  37. PM Modi, Russian President Putin arrive at Bharat Mandapam

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS Summit begins under India’s chairship. PM Modi was accompanied by EAM S Jaishankar.
    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Abu Dhabi crown prince Khaled bin Mohamed Al Nahyan also arrived at the venue.
    Leaders representing the BRICS nations at the summit will hold a closed session on "Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism" at the Summit Hall. The leaders will also witness the Bharat Innovates Exhibition. - ANI

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  39. India serves its culinary diversity to BRICS dignitaries with regional specialities

    Rajneesh Maller, the General Manager of ITC Hotels and Chef Manisha Bhasin opened up about their food preparation for the dignitaries at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday. 
    Speaking to ANI, Rajneesh Maller shared that the curated menu for the BRICS Summit showcases India’s diverse culinary heritage, featuring regional specialities such as Rajma and Dum Aloo Banarasi.
    Maller said, "When it comes to Indian food, the curated cuisine comes from across the country. So we have taken pride in ensuring that the masalas, the ingredients, emphasis on millets, etc., have been laid when it comes to the food."
    It also places a strong emphasis on traditional Indian spices and ingredients, while highlighting nutritious millets such as bajra and ragi, reflecting India’s rich and evolving food culture.- ANI

  40. BRICS Summit: Delhi Police conducts combing operation across Ridge area

    Ahead of BRICS 2026, New Delhi District Police conducted an extensive combing operation across the Ridge as part of heightened surveillance and area domination, the DCP New Delhi said in a post on X on Saturday.
    “An extensive combing operation across the Ridge, backed by coordinated efforts with the outer force, strengthens surveillance and area domination,” DCP New Delhi wrote on X.- ANI

  41. Delhi gears up for the high-profile summit

    Delhi has been given a festive makeover ahead of the BRICS Summit. Key locations feature special lighting and floral decorations, adding to the city’s preparations for the high-profile event.

    Delhi takes on a vibrant look with elaborate floral decor ahead of BRICS Summit. Photo: Athira Sasidharan
    Delhi takes on a vibrant look with elaborate floral decor ahead of BRICS Summit. Photo: Athira Sasidharan
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  43. PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Vietnam PM

    PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with Le Minh Hung, the Vietnamese Prime Minister, in New Delhi, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit.

    According to the MEA, India and Vietnam share an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, underpinned by longstanding bonds of friendship and cooperation expanding across defence and security, fintech, critical minerals and other emerging areas. The two sides continue to work closely on multilateral cooperation.- ANI

  44. PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, with India and the UAE seeking to further strengthen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
    The UAE became a full member of BRICS in January 2024, along with Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and Saudi Arabia, while Indonesia joined the grouping as a full member in January 2025.
    According to UAE News Agency WAM, UAE's membership supports the country's efforts to expand its economic and trade partnerships and strengthen its presence in global markets, while adding to the group an economy that serves as a global hub for trade, investment and logistics.- ANI

    Photo: PTI

  45. Xi Jinping arrives in New Delhi; to meet Modi by 5.45 pm

    Chinese President Xi Jinping landed in New Delhi to attend the most anticipated BRICS 2026 Summit at the nation capital.

    He is arriving in India after a long gap of seven years. Xi will be attending bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi this evening.

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  47. Vietnam PM arrives to the venue

    Vietnam Prime Minister Le Minh Hưng arrived at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. He was welcomed by MoS Murlidhar Mohol.

    Photo: @MEAIndia X/ANI

  48. Cyril Ramaphosa meets Gautam Adani

    Chairman of the Adani Group, Gautam Adani, on Friday met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in New Delhi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit hosted by India.- ANI

    Read more: India and South Africa commercial ties to deepen as Ramaphosa meets Adani

  49. PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian counterpart

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed Ali at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit.

    By joining BRICS, Ethiopia has gained access to the markets of the member countries, which should increase its export opportunities. The African state is ready to supply coffee, flowers and other agricultural products. Some companies in India and China have also expressed interest in investing in Ethiopia's telecoms technology and infrastructure.

    Along with the Ethiopian PM, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Gedion Timothewos, is also attending the summit and arrived in the national capital on Thursday. 

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  51. Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory; check affected routes

    The Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory in view of the BRICS Summit 2026 being held in the national capital on September 12 and 13, with traffic diversions and regulated movement to be implemented on key routes from 9:30 am to 9 pm.
    The Traffic Police have advised commuters to plan their journeys and allow extra travel time during the period.
    Commuters have also been advised to prefer public transport, especially the Metro, wherever feasible, and follow designated diversion routes and instructions issued by traffic personnel.

  52. Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim meets Putin on sidelines of BRICS summit

    Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday night held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
    Posting about the meet the Malaysian PM said, "Upon arriving in New Delhi, I immediately held a bilateral meeting with the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin. The meeting, which began around 11 p.m., took place in a friendly atmosphere and provided space for us to assess the progress of Malaysia-Russia relations and establish several concrete steps to strengthen cooperation between the two countries. I raised the need to accelerate efforts to realize direct flights between Malaysia and Russia, as well as visa-free travel facilities as previously agreed, to boost tourism, trade, and investment between the two countries."
    In his meeting with the Russian President, Ibrahim proposed the establishment of a special mechanism between Malaysia and Russia to coordinate and accelerate the implementation of all agreements.

  53. Belarus Foreign Affairs Minister reaches New Delhi

    Maxim Ryzhenkov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, reaches the venue for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

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  55. Leaders from Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Burundi and Cuba arrive in New Delhi

    The Ministry of External Affairs has announced the arrival of Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr., Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla, Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow and President of Burundi Evariste Ndayishimiye. - ANI

  56. Chinese President Xi Jinping leaves for New Delhi

    Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing on Saturday for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

    Xi's entourage includes Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and director of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee, and Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister. - Reuters

  57. Putin meets President El-Sisi on sidelines of BRICS Summit

    Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, underscoring the steady expansion of bilateral trade and key joint initiatives despite ongoing global challenges.
    During their bilateral discussion, as stated by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, President Putin expressed satisfaction over the continued progress in bilateral relations, pointing to consistent growth and structural improvements in trade between the two nations.
    He also praised Egypt as a "long-standing and reliable friend" and invited President el-Sisi to Moscow this October for the upcoming Russia–Africa Summit. - ANI

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  59. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrives in New Delhi

    World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in India on Saturday for the BRICS Summit 2026, being hosted by New Delhi. - ANI

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