BRICS–2026: Global summit begins at the magnificent Bharat Mandapam center in New Delhi

The 18th BRICS Summit has entered its most intense phase in the Indian capital, New Delhi. Key events, gathering leaders of leading and partner nations, international organizations, and media representatives, are taking place at the "Bharat Mandapam" international congress center—a magnificent and state-of-the-art complex spanning 123 acres in the heart of the city.

This year's summit is organized under the main theme: "Building Resilient Foundations, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainable Development."

Global economic agenda and the voice of developing nations

Held under India's fourth presidency, the summit agenda includes strategic issues such as global economic stability, expanding mutual settlements in national currencies, strengthening logistics chains, and financing infrastructure projects through the New Development Bank (NDB).

Increasing the role of developing countries and new partner nations in international trade and financial systems, as well as elevating technological and industrial cooperation to a new level, have been set as key priorities.

Why is this agenda important for Uzbekistan?

Although Uzbekistan is not a direct member of the organization, it has been actively participating in "BRICS Plus / Outreach" format dialogues. In the context of today's global transformation, the summit's agenda serves as a platform opening several important strategic directions for our country:

South Asian market and logistics: The top priority for Uzbekistan is direct access to seaports. Fully utilizing the "North–South" international transport corridor and the potential of Iran's Chabahar port will accelerate entry into the Indian and regional markets.

Payments and financial security: Alternative cross-border settlement mechanisms serve to reduce currency risks in foreign trade and facilitate direct operations for our exporters.

Comprehensive market: The BRICS space represents over 3 billion consumers. This is a vast, diversified export arena for Uzbekistan's textile, industrial, and agricultural products.

At the same time, initiatives such as the Uzbek pavilion at the "BRICS Bazaar" craft exhibition, which opened yesterday in Delhi, demonstrate that cultural diplomacy is also actively working alongside political and economic negotiations.

The New Delhi summit demonstrates that the voice of developing nations in the global economy is resonating more strongly than ever.

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