India Hosts First BRICS Sherpas Meeting 2026:
India formally began its BRICS Chairship 2026 by hosting the first meeting of BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas in New Delhi from February 9-10, 2026. The meeting marked the start of a year-long engagement under India’s leadership, guided by the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The discussions set the roadmap for cooperation across economic, security, climate and people-centric tracks.The meeting was chaired by Sudhakar Dalela, India’s BRICS Sherpa and Secretary (Economic Relations), supported by Shambhu L. Hakki, India’s BRICS Sous Sherpa.Representatives from all BRICS members and partner countries participated, including, Brazil,China,Egypt,Ethiopia,Indonesia,Iran,Russia,Saudi,Arabia,South Africa,UAE
