Wars pose a test as India hosts BRICS summit with China, Russia, Iran leaders
Summary
India is hosting a BRICS summit in New Delhi as leaders from China, Russia and Iran arrive for talks overshadowed by the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. The meeting is expected to test the expanded bloc’s cohesion amid strategic rivalries, energy concerns and diplomatic balancing by New Delhi.
Key Points
- India will host the BRICS summit in New Delhi with leaders from China, Russia and Iran among the key attendees.
- Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, along with economic challenges, are expected to dominate the agenda.
- The summit will also mark Xi Jinping’s first visit to India since 2019, highlighting a cautious thaw in India-China ties.
- India is trying to balance relations with Iran, Israel, Washington and Russia while navigating the energy crisis linked to the Ukraine war.
