BRICS Evolution, Cooperation and India's Leadership

The useful part

BRICS Evolution, Cooperation and India's Leadership Posted On: 10 SEP 2026 12:43PM by PIB Delhi A boardroom acronym for four emerging markets has grown into something far bigger. Successive waves of membership pulled in oil states, African economies and Southeast Asian partners. At the centre of this expanding architecture sits India this year, chairing the grouping for a fourth time since its inception.

How it works

• Shaping an Inclusive Global Order BRICS has emerged as a key platform for coordinating economic policy among major emerging economies.
• It serves as the principal forum where these nations shape a common position on global governance.
• Through sustained dialogue, it has become a channel for advancing the interests of the Global South within multilateral institutions.
• Its agenda spans development, finance, technology, trade and people-to-people exchanges.
• The grouping reflects the growing economic weight and aspirations of emerging economies globally.

What to take from it

It provides members with a platform to share experiences and address common challenges. Under its 2026 Presidency, India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on 12–13 September 2026. India's Chairship is guided by the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.

Details worth keeping

Today It is a geopolitical bloc spanning four continents. It will mark India's fourth Chairship of BRICS in 2026.