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The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday, September 12, unanimously adopted the New Delhi Declaration, outlining the grouping’s positions on terrorism, critical minerals, cross-border payments, West Asia, climate measures and global security.
The declaration also called for greater cooperation among BRICS members on trade, investment, development, taxation and global governance.
BRICS condemns Pahalgam terror attack
The BRICS declaration strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, in which 26 people were killed, and several others were injured.
BRICS reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorism financing and safe havens.
BRICS backs resilient critical mineral supply chains
The declaration highlighted the importance of reliable, responsible, diversified and resilient supply chains for critical minerals.
BRICS said such supply chains should support benefit sharing, value addition and economic diversification. It also recognised the role of critical minerals in developing zero- and low-emission energy technologies, as well as in strengthening energy security and the resilience of energy supply chains.
BRICS pushes for faster, cheaper cross-border payments
BRICS discussed mechanisms for cross-border payments and supported trade settlements and investments using local currencies.
The declaration called for fast, low-cost and efficient cross-border payments while acknowledging that there is no “one-size-fits-all approach” to such mechanisms.
BRICS voices concern over West Asia tensions
The declaration expressed serious concern over deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure and peaceful nuclear facilities under full IAEA safeguards, saying such actions violate international law and relevant IAEA resolutions.
BRICS also expressed deep concern over the continued escalation of tensions in the Middle East and West Asia.
The grouping encouraged greater efforts through dialogue and diplomacy towards a long-term understanding.
BRICS opposes unilateral carbon border measures
The declaration opposed unilateral, punitive, discriminatory and protectionist measures that are not in line with international law, including carbon border adjustment mechanisms.
It expressed concern that such measures could undermine efforts by countries, particularly developing countries, to address the adverse impacts of climate change and strengthen their adaptive capacity and resilience.
BRICS to establish Task Force on Growth and Development
Under India's BRICS chairship, a BRICS Task Force on Growth and Development will be established as a dedicated platform to address shared growth and development challenges relevant to BRICS members and other emerging markets and developing economies.
The declaration also reaffirmed BRICS' commitment to a fair, inclusive, stable and efficient international tax system and stronger cooperation among members on evolving international tax challenges.
China, Russia back India and Brazil for bigger UN role
China and Russia, as permanent members of the UN Security Council, reiterated their support for the aspirations of Brazil and India to play a greater role in the United Nations, including its Security Council.
BRICS to strengthen parliamentary cooperation
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum will take place in October 2026.
The declaration also said meetings of women parliamentarians and chairs of international affairs committees will take place next month to strengthen exchanges and cooperation among parliaments.
Further discussions will be held on the early operationalisation of a BRICS online archival database.
The declaration also welcomed recommendations from the BRICS Women's Business Alliance on improving access to finance, markets, technology, skills development and digital opportunities for women-led enterprises.
BRICS calls for dialogue to address regional conflicts
The declaration noted the current global context of increasing polarisation and called for political and diplomatic measures to address security challenges and reduce the potential for conflict.
BRICS stressed that security among countries is indivisible and reiterated its commitment to resolving international disputes peacefully through dialogue, consultation and diplomacy.
The grouping agreed to explore cooperation on preventing armed conflicts, UN peacekeeping missions, African Union peace support operations, mediation and peace processes.
BRICS also expressed alarm over the sharp increase in global military spending, saying this comes at the cost of adequate financing for development in developing countries.
The declaration called for a multilateral approach that respects diverse national viewpoints on issues including sustainable development, the eradication of hunger and poverty, and the global response to climate change.
The declaration also called for greater cooperation among BRICS members on trade, investment, development, taxation and global governance.
BRICS condemns Pahalgam terror attack
The BRICS declaration strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, in which 26 people were killed, and several others were injured.
BRICS reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorism financing and safe havens.
BRICS backs resilient critical mineral supply chains
The declaration highlighted the importance of reliable, responsible, diversified and resilient supply chains for critical minerals.
BRICS said such supply chains should support benefit sharing, value addition and economic diversification. It also recognised the role of critical minerals in developing zero- and low-emission energy technologies, as well as in strengthening energy security and the resilience of energy supply chains.
BRICS pushes for faster, cheaper cross-border payments
BRICS discussed mechanisms for cross-border payments and supported trade settlements and investments using local currencies.
The declaration called for fast, low-cost and efficient cross-border payments while acknowledging that there is no “one-size-fits-all approach” to such mechanisms.
BRICS voices concern over West Asia tensions
The declaration expressed serious concern over deliberate attacks on civilian infrastructure and peaceful nuclear facilities under full IAEA safeguards, saying such actions violate international law and relevant IAEA resolutions.
BRICS also expressed deep concern over the continued escalation of tensions in the Middle East and West Asia.
The grouping encouraged greater efforts through dialogue and diplomacy towards a long-term understanding.
BRICS opposes unilateral carbon border measures
The declaration opposed unilateral, punitive, discriminatory and protectionist measures that are not in line with international law, including carbon border adjustment mechanisms.
It expressed concern that such measures could undermine efforts by countries, particularly developing countries, to address the adverse impacts of climate change and strengthen their adaptive capacity and resilience.
BRICS to establish Task Force on Growth and Development
Under India's BRICS chairship, a BRICS Task Force on Growth and Development will be established as a dedicated platform to address shared growth and development challenges relevant to BRICS members and other emerging markets and developing economies.
The declaration also reaffirmed BRICS' commitment to a fair, inclusive, stable and efficient international tax system and stronger cooperation among members on evolving international tax challenges.
China, Russia back India and Brazil for bigger UN role
China and Russia, as permanent members of the UN Security Council, reiterated their support for the aspirations of Brazil and India to play a greater role in the United Nations, including its Security Council.
BRICS to strengthen parliamentary cooperation
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum will take place in October 2026.
The declaration also said meetings of women parliamentarians and chairs of international affairs committees will take place next month to strengthen exchanges and cooperation among parliaments.
Further discussions will be held on the early operationalisation of a BRICS online archival database.
The declaration also welcomed recommendations from the BRICS Women's Business Alliance on improving access to finance, markets, technology, skills development and digital opportunities for women-led enterprises.
BRICS calls for dialogue to address regional conflicts
The declaration noted the current global context of increasing polarisation and called for political and diplomatic measures to address security challenges and reduce the potential for conflict.
BRICS stressed that security among countries is indivisible and reiterated its commitment to resolving international disputes peacefully through dialogue, consultation and diplomacy.
The grouping agreed to explore cooperation on preventing armed conflicts, UN peacekeeping missions, African Union peace support operations, mediation and peace processes.
BRICS also expressed alarm over the sharp increase in global military spending, saying this comes at the cost of adequate financing for development in developing countries.
The declaration called for a multilateral approach that respects diverse national viewpoints on issues including sustainable development, the eradication of hunger and poverty, and the global response to climate change.
