On the issue of the Russia-Ukraine war, the BRICS declaration used the word “conflict in and around Ukraine”, instead of last year’s formulation of the “situation in Ukraine” .
Significantly, India also proposed a permanent membership of G20 to the African Union. "I am confident that our BRICS partners will support this in G20," PM Modi said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on the way to South Africa on 22 August v 15th BRICS Summit, which will see extensive participation from global leaders and the in-person nature of the summit.
BRICS Summit 2017: Looking forward to productive, positive outcomes, says PM Modi
BRICS Summit 2017: Looking forward to productive, positive outcomes, says PM Modi
Modi Will Leave Tomorrow For Xiamen To Attend The Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa (BRICS)summit On September 4. The Visit Comes Days After India And China Managed To End The 73-daylong Dokalam Standoff. PTI | Updated on: 02 Sep 2017, 08:28:26 PM
New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was looking forward to fruitful discussions and pragmatic outcomes at the upcoming BRICS summit in China.He emphasized that it has to make vital contributions in sustaining peace and security and address global challenges. I look forward to building upon the results and outcomes of the Goa Summit. I also look forward to productive discussions and positive outcomes that will support the agenda of a stronger BRICS partnership under the chairmanship of china, the PM said in a statement.