BRICS Summit 2025: Rio Declaration Condemns Terrorism, Calls for Global Reforms
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| 17th BRICS Summit | Held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6-7, 2025. Adopted the Rio Declaration, focusing on global reforms, security, and inclusivity. |
| Pahalgam Terror Attack | Condemned by BRICS nations. Occurred on April 22, 2025, in Jammu and Kashmir. BRICS supported India's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and opposed cross-border terrorism and terror financing. |
| Global Reforms | PM Narendra Modi called for reforms in UN Security Council, WTO, and global financial institutions to reflect modern realities and ensure representation for the Global South. |
| Rio Declaration | Emphasized fairness, democracy, and inclusivity in global institutions. Addressed reforms in voting rights, leadership roles, and governance. |
| New BRICS Members | Indonesia joined as a full member. 11 countries, including Belarus, Nigeria, Cuba, and Vietnam, became BRICS partners. |
| New Initiatives | Launched BRICS Climate Finance Framework, Global AI Governance Statement, and Partnership to Eliminate Socially Determined Diseases. |
| Peace and Security | Advocated for resolving global conflicts through dialogue, condemned terrorism, and emphasized the need for cyber safety and digital trust. |