The BRICS Summit 2026, hosted by India in New Delhi, is set to commence on Saturday, September 12. This two-day event will bring together leaders from member countries to deliberate on global governance and the enhancement of multilateralism, paving the way for a series of official engagements. The day will be marked by significant activities including an exhibition, a family photograph, a tree-planting ceremony, and a gala dinner for the attending dignitaries, hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The initial session of the day will see leaders engaging in a closed-door meeting. This will be followed at 2:35 pm by a session focused on “Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism,” where critical discussions will take place. Subsequently at 4:25 pm, participants will visit the Bharat Innovates Exhibition, showcasing innovative solutions relevant to the group’s agenda.

At 5:05 pm, leaders will gather for the official family photograph at Bharat Mandapam, immediately preceding a joint tree-planting ceremony, which symbolises commitment to sustainability. To conclude the first day, a lavish gala dinner is scheduled for 7:30 pm, hosted by Prime Minister Modi, providing a platform for informal discussion among leaders.

Key Activities Planned For September 13

The second day of the summit will witness an assembly of BRICS member leaders, along with those from partner countries and outreach invitees, culminating in the main open session. The day’s activities will commence at 9:55 am with the arrival of leaders, followed by an official group photograph set for 10:35 am, capturing all attendees.

The crucial main open session is slated for 10:50 am, themed “Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth.” This session aims to explore various strategies for fostering inclusive global growth through collaborative efforts among member nations.

The summit will conclude with the anticipated release of the New Delhi Declaration. This document is expected to articulate the broader agreements reached during the summit and highlight the key issues on which the expanded BRICS grouping can find consensus.

Discussion Topics and Attendees at BRICS Summit 2026

The forthcoming summit takes place against a backdrop of geopolitical conflicts and trade tensions, with supply chain disruptions being a pressing concern. India will centre its agenda around resilience and cooperation, with specific emphasis on food and energy security. Leaders are likely to discuss collaborative initiatives in agriculture and energy sectors, aiming to mitigate vulnerabilities that arise from geopolitical instability.

Healthcare and disaster-risk reduction are also foreseen as pivotal discussion points, emphasising the necessity for member countries to bolster their resilience strategies. Economic cooperation remains a core focus, with India anticipated to promote trade and investment flows among BRICS economies, ultimately enhancing connectivity in high-technology sectors.

Another pertinent topic will be global governance and reform of multilateral institutions. The closed-door session dedicated to “Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism” highlights India’s commitment to ensuring emerging economies have a more significant role in global decision-making. This reflects ongoing efforts to address the global dynamics shaping the contemporary geopolitical landscape.

Notable attendees at the summit include prominent leaders such as Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, among others. The BRICS grouping has seen expansion since its inception, currently comprising 11 member countries, as well as a number of partner nations. This diverse assembly indicates a broad commitment to addressing mutual challenges and leveraging opportunities in an interconnected world.

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