Overview
- The Rio summit adopted a leaders’ declaration that condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack as “an attack on all of humanity” and warned that countries providing support to terrorism must face consequences.
- The BRICS statement censured military strikes against Iran since June 13, calling them violations of international law and expressing concern over deliberate attacks on civilian and nuclear infrastructure.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Global South’s experience of “double standards” on climate finance, resource distribution and technology access.
- Leaders pressed for overhauls of the UN Security Council, World Trade Organization and multilateral development banks to grant developing nations greater voting rights and leadership roles.
- Under Brazil’s presidency and the summit theme of inclusive governance, BRICS showcased its growth to 11 members and its ambition to reshape global economic and security governance.