BRICS Summit Focuses on Ukraine Peace Efforts

During the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of de-escalating the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, advocating for common security and peace among BRICS nations. Xi highlighted the collective rise of the Global South as a significant global transformation and urged BRICS Plus countries to contribute to a community with a shared future. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated the necessity of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts, stressing adherence to international law and zero tolerance for terrorism. The summit, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, also saw support for mediation efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, with several countries expressing interest in contributing to the resolution. Both Xi and Modi's remarks reflect a commitment to peaceful conflict resolution amidst ongoing global tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine war and instability in West Asia.