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BRICS summit collapses without joint statement as Iran and UAE clash over Iran war blame

BRICS summit collapses without joint statement as Iran and UAE clash over Iran war blame

BRICS diplomats met in Delhi but failed to agree on a joint statement after two days of talks, forcing India to issue only a chair’s statement that laid bare deep divisions. The dispute centered on the Middle East conflict involving Iran, with Tehran accusing the UAE of direct involvement and blaming U.S. ally actions on Iranian soil. Iran said a BRICS member blocked parts of the final language. Despite gaps, BRICS reiterated calls for diplomacy, international law, and unity among the Global South.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Modi Pledges Reformed Multilateralism as India Hosts BRICS Ministerial Summit and Maps a 2026 Roadmap

Modi Pledges Reformed Multilateralism as India Hosts BRICS Ministerial Summit and Maps a 2026 Roadmap

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met BRICS foreign ministers and heads of delegation at Delhi’s Bharat Mandapam, presenting India’s 2026 chairmanship as a driver for “reformed” and more effective multilateralism. He said BRICS will advance sustainable development, strengthen economic resilience, and amplify Global South priorities. India, which took over the chair from Brazil on January 1, hosted earlier BRICS presidencies in 2012, 2016, and 2021. The two-day ministerial summit aims to set the roadmap leading to the Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 15 May 2026

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PM Modi hails BRICS as Global South voice pushing a more inclusive world order

PM Modi hails BRICS as Global South voice pushing a more inclusive world order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called BRICS a crucial platform for cooperation among emerging economies, emphasizing its growing role for the Global South. Speaking after meetings with foreign ministers and heads of delegation, he positioned BRICS as a vehicle to push for a more inclusive world order. The remarks underline India’s focus on multilateral engagement through BRICS.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Jaishankar urges Global South unity and reformed multilateralism amid world in transition

Jaishankar urges Global South unity and reformed multilateralism amid world in transition

Addressing the University of the West Indies in Kingston during his Caribbean visit, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the international system is entering “extraordinary times.” He pointed to conflicts, economic disruptions and rapid technological change, and called for stronger Global South unity, reformed multilateralism and a move toward a more multipolar world.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 6 May 2026
Sibi George pushes UN terror cooperation and Global South reforms in key UN meeting

Sibi George pushes UN terror cooperation and Global South reforms in key UN meeting

India’s Secretary (West) Sibi George met UN counter-terrorism leadership to discuss closer cooperation and the evolving terror threat landscape. The talks also broadened into a renewed call for UN reforms, with George stressing multilateralism and arguing for stronger representation of the Global South, including in the UN Security Council.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
India presses UN chief Guterres for Global South voice and Security Council overhaul

India presses UN chief Guterres for Global South voice and Security Council overhaul

An Indian diplomat met UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres at UN headquarters to press for UN reforms that strengthen the Global South’s influence. India cited initiatives including the India-UN Development Partnership Fund and urged greater Global South representation in the Security Council. The diplomat also participated in dialogues related to the next UN Secretary General.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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