BRICS Summit 2026: Get key details about the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, including dates, theme, member countries, objectives, 2025 summit, and 2027 host.
Important information about the BRICS Summit 2026:
The 18th BRICS Summit is being held in India on September 12 and 13, under India’s chairmanship.
- Venue: New Delhi, India
- Date: September 12–13, 2026
- Chairmanship: India / Prime Minister Narendra Modi
What is the theme of the BRICS Summit 2026 (India)?
Theme of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”
In Hindi: Emphasis on resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainable development.
How many countries are involved in the BRICS Summit 2026?
BRICS currently has 11 member countries: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia.
When did the BRICS Summit begin?
- The BRICS summit series began in 2009.
- First BRIC Summit: June 16, 2009
- Venue: Yekaterinburg, Russia
- At that time, the group consisted of 4 countries: Brazil, Russia, India, and China (BRIC).
- South Africa joined later in 2010, after which the name became BRICS.
What is the objective of the BRICS Summit 2026?
Key issues at this summit will include reforming global governance, trade and transactions in local currencies, energy and food security, supply chains, climate change, health, and geopolitical crises.
The primary objective of forming the BRICS summit/group is to enhance economic and political cooperation among countries with emerging economies.
Key objectives of BRICS:
Enhancing economic cooperation — Promoting trade and investment among member countries.
Reforming global institutions — Strengthening the role of developing nations in institutions like the IMF, World Bank, and the UN.
Promoting a multipolar world order — Balancing power among multiple nations rather than the dominance of a single power. Financial Cooperation — Developing alternative financial arrangements for member countries, such as the New Development Bank (NDB).
Strengthening the voice of developing nations — Advancing shared interests regarding global economic and political issues.
Cooperation across various sectors — Collaboration in energy, health, science and technology, agriculture, education, etc.
The core objective of the BRICS Summit is to enhance economic cooperation among member nations and further strengthen the role of developing countries in global governance.
Where was the 17th BRICS Summit held?
- The 17th BRICS Summit took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2025.
- 17th BRICS Summit: July 6–7, 2025
- Venue: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
What was the theme of the 17th BRICS Summit (2025) held in Brazil?
The theme of the 17th BRICS Summit (2025) held in Brazil was:
“Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”
Where will the 19th BRICS Summit be held?
China will host the BRICS Summit following the 2026 summit; the 19th BRICS Summit will take place in 2027.
- 2025: Brazil 🇧🇷 — Rio de Janeiro
- 2026: India 🇮🇳 — New Delhi
- 2027: China 🇨🇳 — 19th BRICS Summit
The 18th BRICS Summit (2026) is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026.
Potential major decisions at the BRICS Summit 2026?
Groundbreaking decisions in the following areas may be taken at the 18th BRICS Summit being held in India:
BRICS Supply Chain Cooperation Framework
A new shared framework could be adopted to make critical goods and supply chains more secure and resilient. Boosting Trade in Local Currencies
Increasing trade in local currencies
A decision could be taken to reduce reliance on the dollar and promote trade and payments in the national currencies of member countries.
BRICS New Development Bank
Emphasis could be placed on the BRICS New Development Bank to facilitate financing for development projects and increase lending in local currencies.
What would be the most impactful decision?
Concrete decisions regarding the Development Bank represent the most significant potential outcome.
BRICS Summit 2026: New Delhi Declaration
The “New Delhi Declaration” is expected to be issued at the conclusion of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026 in India, recording the final consensus and decisions.