Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit, which is bringing together leaders from 11 member countries. The meeting comes at a time when several major international conflicts and economic challenges are affecting countries around the world.
Putin is expected to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon after his arrival. The two leaders are likely to discuss several important issues, including defense cooperation, trade, energy, and other areas of bilateral relations between India and Russia.
The ongoing wars in West Asia and Ukraine are expected to be major topics during the BRICS discussions. The presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is also expected to bring greater attention to the situation in West Asia and the wider impact of the conflict on regional stability.
The summit is taking place during a period of global uncertainty. Wars and tensions in different parts of the world have affected energy supplies, food production, agriculture, and international supply chains. BRICS leaders are expected to discuss ways to strengthen economic cooperation and reduce the impact of these global disruptions.
Several other important leaders are also attending the summit. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto are among the leaders confirmed to participate.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is also expected to arrive in New Delhi later today. His presence could add further importance to discussions about international peace, security, and cooperation.
The BRICS summit provides an important platform for major emerging economies to discuss global issues and strengthen their cooperation. With conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia continuing, along with economic and supply-chain pressures, the meeting is expected to attract significant international attention.