Leaders of the BRICS group of major emerging economies are meeting in the Brazilian metropolis of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday for a two-day summit. The BRICS acronym is derived from the initial letters of the founding member countries: Brazil,

The BRICS summit took place amid rising global tensions, including US-Israel strikes on Iran, the war in Ukraine, and the crisis in Gaza.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez on Sunday (July 6, 2025) discussed ways to bolster bilateral ties across key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, traditional medicine and digital public infrastructure during a meeting on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit.

Brazil hosts the second and final day of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Monday. (AP video by Lucas Dumphreys)

BRICS Summit in Brazil, discussions focused on global governance reform, environmental issues, and global health.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived here in Brazil on a four-day visit, during which he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a state visit.

According to official updates, the Prime Minister's visit will run from July 5 to 8. After participating in the BRICS Summit deliberations in Rio, he is expected to travel to the capital for high-level bilateral meetings with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Brazil on a four-day visit, during which he will participate in the 17th BRICS Summit and undertake a state visit. PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival at the Galeao International Airport on Saturday (July 5, 2025) evening.

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