BRICS 2026: What to Know About the Summit, Member States, Tensions With Trump
· World · Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal
Leaders of the 10-member BRICS bloc will gather in New Delhi on September 12 and 13 for their annual summit. The group, which now represents approximately one-quarter of global nominal GDP and half of the world's population, faces a critical juncture as it expands its economic and political influence. President Donald Trump has expressed opposition to the bloc, threatening additional tariffs on nations that align with its policies. Meanwhile, internal divisions persist as some member states find themselves on opposing sides of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The summit serves as a platform for these nations to address their collective economic goals and geopolitical challenges.
Why it matters
The summit carries significant weight for global trade and diplomacy, as the bloc represents major energy producers and consumers whose policies directly impact international markets and India's strategic partnerships.
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