Brics Summit
China says it ‘understands and respects’ India’s aspirations for UNSC membership — Here's why this is significant
China has expressed support for a successful BRICS Summit and Chairmanship by India and conveyed that it “understands and respects India's aspirations for UNSC membership”, the MEA said. Here's why this is significant.
2 min read11 Feb 2026Jaishankar takes veiled dig amid US tariffs, says economic practices should be fair and benefit everyone
Jaishankar's comments at the virtual BRICS Summit came amid increasing concern around the globe due to US tariffs on India and other countries.
2 min read8 Sep 2025Jaishankar to join BRICS summit in Brazil on September 8 to discuss Trump’s tariffs
Jaishankar is set to join BRICS summit in Brazil on September 8 to discuss Trump’s tariffs. This comes after an important meeting over the weekend between Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Tianjin.
2 min read5 Sep 2025What happened in PM Modi's bilateral meeting with China's Xi Jinping in Tianjin? Read full statement
In Tianjin, PM Modi and President Xi Jinping discussed strengthening ties and resolving border issues ahead of the SCO summit. Modi invited Xi to the BRICS Summit, emphasising the importance of peace on borders and enhancing economic collaboration.
2 min read31 Aug 2025Asian synergy: A patch-up with Beijing would serve India’s interests well
Let’s put Galwan behind us. As world trade wobbles, India and China could gain from mending commercial ties. It’s the geo-strategic aspect that demands deft handling in the context of our security challenges.
3 min read19 Aug 2025Trump warns BRICS, including India, of extra 10% tariff for trying to ‘destroy’ US dollars: ‘…a major world war’
President Donald Trump accused the BRICS alliance of aiming to undermine the US dollar, warning that member countries would face an additional 10% tariff. He downplayed the bloc's threat, asserting the dollar's dominance and stating that any challenges would come at a high cost.
1 min read9 Jul 2025PM Modi reaches Brasilia after attending 17th BRICS summit in Rio De Janeiro, witnesses cultural performances | Watch
PM Modi has arrived in Brasilia after the 17th BRICS summit in Rio De Janeiro, where he attended cultural performances. He will hold bilateral discussions with President Lula to enhance the Strategic Partnership.
1 min read8 Jul 2025Amid China stranglehold, Modi tells Brics to secure critical mineral supplies
There's a supply shortage of rare earth metals due to an export control order issued by the Chinese commerce ministry in April.
3 min read7 Jul 2025On BRICS sidelines, PM Modi, Cuban President explore ties in Ayurveda, UPI – ‘Economic relations have potential to grow’
PM Modi at BRICS Summit: Both leaders exchanged views on enhancing cooperation in areas including Ayurveda, Unified Payment Interface (UPI), disaster management, and capacity building, according to an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs
1 min read7 Jul 2025PM Modi gets grand welcome in Brazil, Indian diaspora perform dance on theme of Operation Sindoor: WATCH
The members of the Indian diaspora performed a cultural dance and folk songs as they welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Brazil on Sunday.
2 min read6 Jul 2025