PM Modi to meet Iran FM, other BRICS Ministers before UAE visit
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Why in news
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi during the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting before Modi's visit to the UAE.
Background
The BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting is scheduled for May 14-15, 2026, in New Delhi. Participating nations include Brazil, Russia, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia.
Facts for Prelims
- PostAbbas Araghchi: Foreign Minister of Iran
- PlaceNew Delhi: Venue for the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting in May 2026
- FactBRICS members attending the meeting: Brazil, Russia, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia
- BodyBRICS: Multilateral grouping including India, Russia, Brazil, South Africa, China, and expanded members
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's multi-aligned foreign policy in balancing relations with Middle Eastern nations and BRICS partners.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing energy security ties with the UAE against expanding BRICS cooperation
- Geopolitical positioning: Leveraging BRICS platform to enhance India's influence in the Global South
Keywords: Multi-alignment · Strategic Autonomy · Global South · Diplomatic Outreach · BRICS Expansion
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