Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit starting September 12
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Regional & global groupings (QUAD, BRICS, SCO, G20...)· Prelims·
Multilateralism and geopolitical stability: a key GS2 topic regarding BRICS' role in global crises.
Why in news
Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on September 11, 2026, for the 18th BRICS Summit to discuss defense and global crises with PM Modi and other world leaders.
Background
The 18th BRICS Summit begins on September 12, 2026, in New Delhi. Attendees include leaders from Russia, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia, along with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceNew Delhi: Host city for the 18th BRICS Summit in September 2026
- Fact18th BRICS Summit: Scheduled to commence on September 12, 2026
- BodyBRICS: Multilateral grouping including Russia, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia
- PostAntonio Guterres: UN Secretary-General attending the summit
Prelims practice question
Which country is among the members of the BRICS multilateral grouping mentioned in the summit notes?
- (a)Ethiopia
- (b)Turkey
- (c)Brazil
- (d)Mexico
Show answer
Answer: (a) Ethiopia — The note lists Russia, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia as members of the BRICS grouping.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of BRICS in addressing global energy and agricultural crises amidst ongoing geopolitical conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical shift: Transition from G7-led order to multipolar cooperation in energy security
- Food security: Collective response to supply chain disruptions caused by regional conflicts
- Defense cooperation: Strengthening of bilateral and multilateral security ties among BRICS members
Keywords: multipolarity · energy security · food sovereignty · geopolitical stability · multilateralism
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