In this week’s round-up:
- Iran to take part in September BRICS summit
- BRICS Trade Union Forum calls for universal social protection for all workers
- BRICS competition authorities establish task force to study global grain trade
- India’s presidency is championing women-led diplomacy
- Food reserves for nutrition enrichment in BRICS
BRICS Trade Union Forum calls for universal social protection for all workers
The 15th BRICS Trade Union Forum (TUF) Summit 2026 concluded in Hyderabad with the unanimous adoption of the Hyderabad Declaration, urging BRICS governments to make universal social protection the cornerstone of inclusive development.
Iran to take part in BRICS summit
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the BRICS summit scheduled to be held in the Indian capital of New Delhi in September, an Iranian source told TASS, APA reports.
India’s presidency is championing women-led diplomacy
In an era where multilateral institutions face growing scrutiny over their relevance and inclusivity, India’s 2026 BRICS chairship stands out for its deliberate emphasis on women-led development as a cornerstone of global diplomacy.
Food reserves for nutrition enrichment in BRICS
Climatic vulnerability and supply chain disruptions frequently affect the global food economy; BRICS has new challenges to face. The food reserves, often visualised as emergency stockpiling, now need to be re-positioned for nutritional resilience, stability and fast-changing market and social systems.
BRICS forum addresses digital divide
Leaders and experts from BRICS nations and beyond gathered at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai on Friday to forge a consensus on making AI accessible to all of humanity.
BRICS competition authorities establish task force to study global grain trade
Competition authorities from BRICS countries have established a task force to conduct a joint sector inquiry into the global grain trade, marking a new step in cooperation on competition policy across international agricultural markets.
Bhopal gears up to host BRICS meet
Officials were asked to improve roads, signage and beautification work for delegates visiting key heritage sites. Preparations for the state-level Independence Day celebration at Lal Parade Ground were also reviewed.
