The 18th BRICS Summit:
India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026, marking its fourth Chairship of the grouping since its inception.The annual apex summit of heads of state and government of BRICS—a major intergovernmental and geopolitical alliance of leading emerging market economies dedicated to restructuring multilateralism, fostering economic integration, and coordinating political and security strategies.
Host & Venue: Hosted by India in New Delhi.
Theme: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
- Lotus Symbol: Represents purity, resilience and progress.
- Colourful Petals: Reflect the colours of all BRICS members, symbolising collective strength and unity.
- Namaste Gesture: Represents India’s spirit of warmth, respect and harmonious cooperation.
Full & Partner Membership:
- 11 Full Members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE (joined 2024), and Indonesia (joined January 2025).
- Partner Countries (10): Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.
