Belarus Foreign Minister Visits Akshardham Temple During BRICS Summit in Delhi
· World · Indian Express, Hindustan Times
Belarus Foreign Affairs Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov and his delegation visited the Akshardham Temple in New Delhi on Saturday afternoon, spending about an hour and a half there. Meanwhile, delegates and their families from Brazil, Russia, and other BRICS nations explored Delhi beyond formal summit events, shopping at Khan Market and Connaught Place, and visiting cultural sites like the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya. Security arrangements were in place for the visits, but traders noted limited interaction due to restricted access. Louise Araneta-Marcos, wife of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., also visited the Pradhan Mantri Sangrahalaya. The BRICS summit’s security measures blocked several roads, affecting footfall in commercial areas despite the presence of foreign dignitaries.
Why it matters
The visits highlight how BRICS delegates use cultural and commercial sites to engage with local experiences during high-profile summits, reflecting both diplomatic outreach and tourism. For Delhi, it underscores the city’s role as a global diplomatic hub while also showing how security protocols can impact local businesses and public movement.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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