NEW DELHI — GTNS, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 — The countdown to the 18th BRICS Summit has entered its final stage, with New Delhi preparing to welcome a large gathering of international leaders and high-level representatives.
Around 30 prominent guests are expected to reach the national capital as India gets ready to host the summit on September 12 and 13.
The arrival of the international delegations is set to turn New Delhi into the centre of diplomatic activity, with discussions expected to focus on economic cooperation, global governance, trade, development, technology, energy and the interests of emerging economies.
India is hosting the summit as part of its 2026 BRICS chairship, bringing together leaders and representatives from the expanded BRICS grouping at a time of major geopolitical and economic changes.
The summit is expected to provide an important platform for consultations among member countries as they seek greater cooperation on issues affecting the developing world and the wider global economy.
With the high-level arrivals beginning, security, logistics and diplomatic preparations in New Delhi have moved into the final phase ahead of the two-day summit.
The gathering is also expected to attract significant international attention, with bilateral meetings and diplomatic engagements likely to take place alongside the main BRICS programme.
For India, the summit represents a major opportunity to showcase its diplomatic priorities and strengthen its engagement with emerging economies while promoting a more representative and multipolar global order.
As the countdown continues, New Delhi is preparing for one of the year’s most closely watched international diplomatic gatherings.
Global Times News | INDIA ; GTNS
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026