The 17th BRICS Summit took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6th to 7th, 2025. Leaders from the BRICS countries met and signed the Joint Declaration.
- Theme: “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for a More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”
Key Declarations & Initiatives
| Declaration / Initiative | Focus Area |
| BRICS Leaders’ Framework Declaration on Climate Finance | Ensure accessible, timely, and affordable climate finance for developing nations to support just transition pathways. |
| BRICS Leaders’ Statement on Global Governance of AI | Promote responsible AI development & usage in line with national regulations and UN Charter. |
| BRICS Partnership for the Elimination of Socially Determined Diseases | Address root causes like poverty and social exclusion to reduce health disparities. |
Major Outcomes & Positions
- Multilateralism Reaffirmed: BRICS leaders called for reforms in Bretton Woods institutions (IMF, World Bank) to better represent the Global South.
- Support for India & Brazil: Emphasized expanding UN Security Council to include India and Brazil.
- Condemnation of Terrorism: Denounced all forms of terrorism, including Pahalgam attack (Jammu & Kashmir).
- Africa-Focused Peacebuilding: Supported “African solutions to African problems” for peace in regions like Sudan and the Horn of Africa.
- Nuclear Non-Proliferation: Highlighted the importance of nuclear-weapon-free zones.
- India’s Climate Leadership: Backed India’s bid to host COP 33 of UNFCCC in 2028.
Why It Matters
- Reflects BRICS’ shift toward inclusive global governance
- Highlights importance of technology governance, health equity, and climate finance
- Shows rising diplomatic support for India’s global leadership