12/09/2026
BRICS Declaration Focuses on Global Peace, Trade and Economic Cooperation
New Delhi, September 12: BRICS has reaffirmed its commitment to building a more representative and inclusive global order, with greater participation of developing countries in international decision-making.
The New Delhi Declaration called for reforms in the United Nations, including the UN Security Council. China and Russia also reiterated support for Brazil and India to play a larger role in the UN.
On global conflicts, BRICS expressed concern over the escalation in West Asia and called for restraint, protection of civilians and dialogue. On Gaza, it urged respect for the ceasefire, unhindered humanitarian aid and an end to forced displacement, while supporting a two-state solution and full UN membership for Palestine.
The grouping strongly condemned terrorism, including the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people. It called for stronger action against cross-border terrorism, terror financing and extremist networks.
BRICS also backed deeper economic cooperation, including faster cross-border payments and greater use of local currencies in trade. Cooperation in artificial intelligence, health, agriculture, energy, climate resilience and food security was also highlighted.