Prime Minister Modi to Strengthen Ties at BRICS Summit in Brazil

Modi's Upcoming Visit to Brazil

Next week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour, aimed at participating in the BRICS summit in Brazil and enhancing India's relations with several key countries in the Global South. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that this week-long journey will commence on July 2, with Modi's main engagement being the BRICS summit scheduled for July 6-7 in Rio de Janeiro. This visit is strategically linked to strengthening ties between two significant members of the BRICS group, Brazil and India.

Focus on Economic Cooperation and Global Issues

The summit will not only emphasize measures to bolster economic collaboration among BRICS members—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Indonesia, and the UAE—but is also expected to address the repercussions of global conflicts. In light of recent skirmishes with Pakistan, Indian representatives may seek support from the bloc for their campaign against cross-border terrorism. Brazil, the current chair of BRICS, has outlined its priorities for the summit, focusing on global South cooperation and partnerships for social, economic, and environmental development.

China and Russia's Participation in Question

Despite reports suggesting that Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin may not attend the summit, the Indian side has decided to proceed with the visit. According to the South China Morning Post, Modi's invitation to a state dinner by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva following the BRICS summit could influence Beijing's stance, as Xi might be perceived as a secondary participant at the event.