Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi is witnessing high-level BRICS engagements as leaders, ministers and business representatives gather for discussions ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.
The BRICS Business Forum is focusing attention on economic cooperation, trade, investment, innovation and stronger business-to-business connections among member countries. The meeting comes ahead of the main Leaders’ Summit scheduled in New Delhi on September 12 and 13.
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Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
Issue/Event: BRICS Business Forum
Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
Authority/Organisation: India’s BRICS 2026 Presidency
Action Taken: High-level business and policy discussions ahead of the Leaders’ Summit
Impact: Focus on trade, investment, innovation and economic cooperation
India is hosting the summit under its 2026 BRICS chairship, with the expanded grouping now bringing together 11 member countries. The wider BRICS agenda includes strengthening economic cooperation and exploring practical mechanisms in areas such as startups, supply chains and financial cooperation.
The Business Forum also provides a platform for discussions between governments and the private sector as BRICS members seek to increase trade and investment opportunities amid major changes in global supply chains and geopolitical tensions.
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Why This Matters
The Business Forum puts economic and commercial cooperation at the centre of India’s BRICS presidency, with the bloc seeking greater practical collaboration among its expanding membership.
