UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres endorsed the Global South’s call to expand the UN Security Council at the BRICS summit, highlighting India’s leading role in the demand. The statement was part of a broader push by BRICS leaders for comprehensive UN reform to reflect today’s geopolitical realities.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Delhi on September 12, 2026 to attend the opening of the BRICS Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting leaders from the bloc and other key partners. Security for the event involves 15,000 police officers and 200 paramilitary units as the city prepares for high‑profile bilateral meetings.
BRICS leaders in Delhi are set to adopt a declaration that condemns terrorism, calls for reform of global governance institutions and backs India’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat. The draft outlines ten consensus points, including a people‑centric approach and stronger cooperation with the Global South.
