The 18th BRICS Summit, slated for September 12‑13 in New Delhi, will operate under the theme ‘Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.’ India’s chairmanship aims to harness collective strength to tackle global challenges.

Key Takeaways

  • Summit dates: September 12‑13, 2026 in New Delhi
  • Theme: Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability
  • India chairs 2026, will hand over to China at year‑end

Summit Timeline

The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13. India assumed the chair on January 1, 2026 and will transfer the role to China later this year. This is not India’s first stint; it previously chaired in 2012, 2016 and 2021.

Current Membership

BRICS now comprises 11 full members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Indonesia. The original quartet (BRIC) formed in 2006, South Africa joined in 2010, and five new members were added between 2024‑2025, expanding the bloc’s geopolitical weight.

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India’s Role as Host

As chair, India must coordinate diverse priorities, ensure all voices are heard, and draft the final summit declaration. It has already convened ministerial and working‑group meetings on space economy, agriculture, disaster resilience, women’s empowerment, culture, and labor.

Theme: Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability

The agenda emphasizes inclusive growth, shared responsibility, practical cooperation, and a people‑centric approach. The theme envisions leveraging collective strength to address climate change, supply‑chain disruptions, and health crises.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the outcomes of this summit will shape trade routes, technology collaborations, and geopolitical alignments for the Global South, influencing everything from climate policy to digital currencies.

"Every decision at the BRICS summit has the potential to redefine global economic equilibrium," says international relations expert Dr. Maya Patel.
Did You Know?: The BRICS group issued its first official declaration in 2009, and today 11 nations endorse its charter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: What core topics will dominate the summit?
Answer: Supply‑chain security, climate‑resilient infrastructure, clean energy, agricultural cooperation, and digital economy will be the main agendas.

Question 2: Which country will assume BRICS chairmanship after India?
Answer: China is set to take over the chair at the end of 2026, signaling a strategic shift in the bloc’s direction.