Putin Arrives in New Delhi for BRICS 2026 Summit; Bilateral Talks with Modi on Defence, Energy

PM Modi at SCO Summit: West Asia Crisis Threatens Global Energy, Trade, Supply Chains

PM Modi at the SCO Summit in Bishkek warned that the West Asia crisis (US-Israeli attacks on Iran) shows regional conflicts have global repercussions on energy, trade, and supply chains, disproportionately affecting the Global South. He emphasized dialogue and diplomacy over war, and called for unified action against terrorism without double standards. The summit also addressed connectivity, people-to-people ties, and India's SCO vision.

Xi Jinping Visit to Egypt: China Deepens Ties with US Ally Amid West Asia Shifts; $20B Trade, BRICS, BRI Focus

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt marks a strategic push to expand China's influence in West Asia, a region traditionally dominated by US allies. With $20 billion in annual trade, Egypt's inclusion in BRICS (2023) and Belt and Road Initiative cooperation, this visit signals China's role as a stabilizer and mediator, especially amid the Iran-US war. For UPSC aspirants, this is a key case study in geopolitics, soft power, and India's balancing act in the region.

Xi Jinping Arrives for 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, 7-Year Gap Since Last India Visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting India for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, after a 7-year gap. This high-profile visit, which includes bilateral talks with PM Modi, holds strategic importance amid ongoing India-China border tensions, West Asia conflict, and the Russia-Ukraine war, testing the bloc's role in global diplomacy.

BRICS 2026: Modi-Putin Meet on Defence, Energy; Xi Bilateral on Trade Deficit and Border

PM Modi held a 45-minute bilateral with Putin covering defence, energy, and trade targets, and is set to meet Xi Jinping for the first time in 7 years on Indian soil. The meetings define India's strategic autonomy within BRICS, balancing ties with Russia while seeking border stability and fairer trade with China.

Iran President Pezeshkian to Attend 18th BRICS Summit in India; Bilateral Talks on Chabahar and Strait of Hormuz

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian will visit India for the 18th BRICS Summit (Sept 12-13, 2026), marking his first visit since the Iran-US conflict. Key agenda includes bilateral talks on Chabahar port development and safety of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz. This is crucial for India's energy security and West Asia diplomacy.

EAM Jaishankar Meets Putin Ahead of BRICS Summit; Bilateral Ties, Economic Cooperation Discussed

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar met President Putin in Moscow to deepen strategic ties ahead of the BRICS summit in New Delhi. The visit focuses on boosting bilateral trade and economic cooperation amid a complex global landscape.

Xi Jinping Calls on BRICS to Lead West Asia Peace Efforts; Opposes Cold War Mentality

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged BRICS nations to play a proactive role in bringing peace to West Asia, emphasizing political settlement and opposing unilateralism. Xi also called for reforming global governance and rejecting bloc confrontation. The statement reflects China's growing diplomatic assertiveness within BRICS as a counterweight to Western-led order.

18th BRICS Summit in Delhi: Putin Arrives for Talks with PM Modi on Trade, Energy Security

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, hosted by India. His visit includes bilateral talks with PM Modi on Friday, focusing on strategic trade resilience, cross-border payments, energy security, and geopolitical tensions, marking a key moment in India-Russia relations.