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At BRICS, India's Modi warns geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability

BRICS nations adopted a joint declaration in New Delhi urging maximum restraint in the Middle East and condemning unilateral sanctions. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that supply chain shocks and geopolitical tensions threaten global stability, calling on the group to convert files into real-life impact. While China, Russia, and India sought economic cooperation, the summit highlighted divides regarding the war in Iran. The declaration was backed by Iran and the UAE as part of a broader effort to promote inclusive global governance and multilateralism.

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  • ✓ The 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi from Saturday to Sunday.
  • ✓ BRICS leaders adopted a joint declaration urging maximum restraint in the Middle East.
  • ✓ The joint declaration includes a condemnation of unilateral sanctions.
  • ✓ Prime Minister Modi warned that geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 13 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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BRICS members finalized and adopted a joint declaration calling for Middle East restraint and the end of unilateral sanctions.

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  1. BRICS Leaders Adopt Joint Declaration at New Delhi Summit

    BRICS nations adopted a joint declaration in New Delhi urging maximum restraint in the Middle East and condemning unilateral sanctions. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that supply chain shocks and geopolitical tensions threaten global stability, calling on the group to convert files into real-life impact. While China, Russia, and India sought economic cooperation, the summit highlighted divides regarding the war in Iran. The declaration was backed by Iran and the UAE as part of a broader effort to promote inclusive global governance and multilateralism.

    Why it matters

    The 18th BRICS Summit took place from September 12 to 13, 2026. It served as a forum for emerging economies to challenge existing global governance structures. The proceedings were heavily influenced by the ongoing conflict in Iran.

    What is confirmed

    • The 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi from Saturday to Sunday.
    • BRICS leaders adopted a joint declaration urging maximum restraint in the Middle East.
    • The joint declaration includes a condemnation of unilateral sanctions.
    • Prime Minister Modi warned that geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability.
    • Iran and the UAE backed the joint BRICS statement on restraint in war.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Iran war has reshaped ties while exposing divides within BRICS.
    • China's development philosophy resonated across the Global South during the summit.

    What to watch next

    • Implementation of the joint declaration's calls for restraint in the Middle East
    • Concrete actions taken to convert BRICS administrative files into real-life impact
    Sources used for this update (15)
    1. Reuters — BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say
    2. Reuters — BRICS adopts joint declaration, urges 'maximum restraint' in Mideast
    3. Bloomberg.com — Trump’s Foes Find Common Ground at Modi’s New Delhi Summit
    4. PBS — BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East, condemn unilateral sanctions at India summit
    5. AP News — At BRICS, India's Modi warns geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability
    6. CNBC — Iran and UAE back joint BRICS statement urging restraint in war
    7. Al Jazeera — BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways?
    8. The Times of India — 5 unmissable moments of Brics 2026 Summit
    9. BBC — Brics summit 2026 Delhi: Iran war reshapes ties but exposes divides
    10. Al Jazeera — The Iran war reveals the limits of BRICS
    11. Fortune — Indian PM Modi calls out BRICS, telling summit it's time to convert 'files to real-life impact'
    12. ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation — Putin, Modi and Xi meet at BRICS 2026. Here's what you need to know
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