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BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet in New Delhi-India Prepares for 2026 Chairmanship

May 14, 2026

the incoming BRICS Chair for 2026 . This gives New Delhi a leadership opportunity to shape the agenda on trade, diplomacy, development cooperation, and institutional reform. For India, BRICS offers strategic value in several areas:

Global influence
Economic cooperation
Geopolitical balancing
Global South leadership

INTERNATIONAL LEADERS ARRIVE IN NEW DELHI

Several senior international leaders have already arrived in the capital. They include:

Seyed Abbas Araghchi (Iran)
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister
Cuba’s Foreign Minister
Vietnam’s Deputy Foreign Minister
Malaysia’s Foreign Minister
UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs

WHAT IS BRICS?

BRICS is a major international grouping of emerging economies. The acronym originally stood for:

B razil
R ussia
I ndia
C hina
S outh Africa

In recent years, the grouping has expanded to include additional members and broader partner engagement. This reflects its growing global influence.

FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

Q1: When did the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting begin in New Delhi?
A: On 14 May 2026.

Q2: Who is chairing the BRICS Foreign Ministers Meeting 2026?
A: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

Q3: What is the duration of the meeting?
A: Two days (14–15 May 2026).

Q4: What are the two main sessions on the second day?
A: BRICS@20 (Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability) and Reform of Global Governance.

Q5: Which country will be the BRICS Chair in 2026?
A: India.