India will chair the BRICS Summit in 2026 and host the 18th BRICS Summit, as confirmed at the conclusion of the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil in July 2025.
The BRICS leaders unanimously extended their full support to India's chairmanship and hosting of the summit.
This marks India's second time hosting the BRICS Summit, with the first being in 2012.
Key Point: India's leadership in 2026 is expected to focus on advancing a unified vision for the Global South, promoting South-South cooperation, and pushing for reforms in global governance institutions.