The world is changing fast. Today, developing nations are stepping up and demanding a fair say in how global decisions are made. At the center of this shift is BRICS—a group that started as a small conversation between growing economies and has now become a powerful voice on the world stage.
How BRICS Began
BRICS didn’t start as an official political group. In 2001, an economist noticed that Brazil, Russia, India, and China were growing very quickly and called them the “BRIC” nations. By 2006, these countries decided to officially team up. Why? Because the world’s biggest economies already had their own exclusive club, the G7. These emerging nations wanted their own space to support each other and grow together. Today, the group is larger and incredibly diverse, which brings both great strengths and new challenges.
India Takes the Lead in 2026
In 2026, India will proudly host the 18th BRICS Summit. This is a very important moment. The BRICS family has recently grown, adding new member countries, which means the world has high expectations for India’s leadership.
During this summit, India will help guide the group through some of the most important issues of our time, such as:
Growing global economies and trade.
Making the most of new technology.
Protecting the environment and promoting green energy.
Creating a fairer system for global rule-making.
Lawmakers Meeting for the People
A key part of India’s leadership year will be the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, which will take place in New Delhi on October 26-27, 2026.
This special meeting will bring together lawmakers from all BRICS nations. Their main goal? To make sure that new laws actually help everyday people. They will discuss how to tackle modern problems, including:
Technology: How to make smart laws for Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Environment: How to grow economies without destroying the planet.
Jobs & Money: How to create secure jobs and wealth for everyone during uncertain times.
Safety: How to share ideas to protect citizens from terrorism and modern security threats.
Looking Ahead
The 2026 BRICS meetings in India are about much more than politicians shaking hands. They are about ensuring that as the world changes, everyday citizens are not left behind. When leaders gather in New Delhi, the main goal will be clear: building a safer, fairer, and more prosperous future for everyone.