BRICS New Delhi Declaration Condemns Terrorism, Flags Unilateral Tariffs and Energy Sanctions

At the 20th BRICS Summit held in India, member nations adopted the New Delhi Declaration by consensus, prioritising dialogue over confrontation, peaceful dispute resolution, and reformed multilateralism.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed global leaders and emphasised the need for an ambitious agenda for the next two decades while ensuring institutional momentum continues.

Outlining India's priorities, PM Modi proposed a dedicated emergency support network for seafarers to safeguard maritime trade and navigation.

He also called for an urgent overhaul of the UN Security Council through time-bound, task-based negotiations, alongside reforms in international financial institutions to reflect contemporary economic realities.

The declaration highlighted key concerns including risks of nuclear conflict, opposition to unilateral coercive measures and tariff barriers, adherence to World Trade Organization rules, and the development of cross-border payment mechanisms to facilitate seamless trade.