World leaders gather in New Delhi for final day of BRICS summit
Al Jazeera
β’Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:40:24 +0000
π° What Happened
BRICS leaders met in New Delhi for the final day of their summit. The group is split over the wars in Iran and Ukraine, but it worked to show unity. Its stated goals are to raise the voice of the Global South and push for a world with more than one centre of power. Al Jazeera reported the gathering in a video.
π The Backstory
BRICS is a group of major emerging economies that meets to discuss shared goals and to make its members' views heard on the world stage. The Global South is a term for poorer countries, mostly in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Leaders say they want a fairer system that does not leave big decisions to a few rich nations.
π― Why It Matters
These summits help shape trade, energy and aid deals that affect everyday life in many countries. When big economies disagree, plans slow down and prices can move.
BRICS leaders met in New Delhi for the final day of their summit. The group is split over the wars in Iran and Ukraine, but it worked to show unity. Its stated goals are to raise the voice of the Global South and push for a world with more than one centre of power. Al Jazeera reported the gathering in a video.
BRICS is a group of major emerging economies that meets to discuss shared goals and to make its members' views heard on the world stage. The Global South is a term for poorer countries, mostly in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Leaders say they want a fairer system that does not leave big decisions to a few rich nations.
These summits help shape trade, energy and aid deals that affect everyday life in many countries. When big economies disagree, plans slow down and prices can move.