At the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the need for BRICS countries to stand against breaches of national sovereignty and external interference in nations’ domestic affairs. Highlighting the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, Xi stressed that such conflicts are detrimental to the collective interests of the global community. He stated that China is committed to working alongside fellow BRICS nations to foster peace and contribute to resolving the Middle East conflict, advocating for the bloc to take an active role in resolving international disputes while upholding sovereignty and non-interference.
The summit, which focuses on trade, investment, and significant global conflicts, aims to enhance BRICS’s influence in representing emerging and developing economies. This gathering sees the participation of key leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and other BRICS members. The meeting occurs against the backdrop of the Iran-US conflict, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and persistent tensions between the United States and China.
This summit marks President Xi’s first visit to India since 2019, occurring as China and India seek to repair and strengthen their bilateral relations following a period of strained ties. During the summit, Xi and Modi are also set to engage in bilateral discussions, aiming to improve cooperation and understanding between the two nations.
The BRICS Summit stands as a crucial platform for its member countries to address pressing global issues while reinforcing their economic and political collaboration. By advocating for a united front against sovereignty violations, President Xi hopes to leverage the collective influence of BRICS to promote stability and peace in regions fraught with conflict.