'Transforming shared vision into win-win cooperation': PM at BRICS Summit:
What's the story
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the second day of the BRICS Summit in Delhi. He was flanked by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. In his speech, PM Modi emphasized India's focus on four pillars during its chairmanship: resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. "I am happy that with all your cooperation and support, we are transforming our shared vision into win-win cooperation," he said.
Inclusive growth
PM Modi stresses on need for inclusivity
PM Modi stressed the need for inclusivity in his address. He said BRICS should not only benefit its members but also be adaptable to the Global South's needs.
"We have sought to promote inclusive global growth through BRICS," he said. He added that confidence among Global South countries has grown as their voices are heard and solutions are created with them.
Unity display
PM Modi seen holding hands with Putin, Xi
The BRICS Summit has brought together leaders from 11 member countries and 10 partner countries.
The event is being held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, which has been fortified for the high-profile gathering.
PM Modi was seen holding hands with President Putin and President Xi on Saturday, in a moment of unity that stood out amid international diplomatic protocols.
Social media
PM shares pictures from summit
PM Modi also shared pictures from the summit on his social media handles.
One picture showed him, President Putin, President Xi, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa walking together inside the venue.
Another picture showed an animated discussion between PM Modi, Presidents Putin and Xi, and Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto.
The summit continues to be a platform for consultation on global political and economic governance issues.
Twitter Post
PM Modi welcomes leaders for BRICS Summit 2026
Swagatam BRICS leaders for the 2026 Summit. pic.twitter.com/SkmO9rV2Kf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 12, 2026