WorldBRICS is trying to find common ground on terrorism, global-governance reform and a more multipolar order
The Delhi Declaration is expected to test whether an expanded BRICS can convert broad dissatisfaction with the current system into workable consensus.
THE INDIQA Research DeskPublished 12 Sept 2026Updated 12 Sept 20261 min read
BRICS leaders meeting in New Delhi are expected to adopt a declaration covering terrorism, reform of global institutions and the need for a stronger multilateral order. The document is significant because the grouping now contains a much wider range of political and strategic interests than the original five-member format.
One key area is global-governance reform, including representation in institutions such as the UN Security Council and international financial bodies. Another is terrorism, where members must find language acceptable across very different security priorities.
For India, the declaration is useful only if it preserves room for strategic autonomy. New Delhi wants BRICS to strengthen the voice of emerging economies without turning the grouping into a rigid anti-West bloc.
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GS-IIBRICS, multilateralism and reform of global governancePrelims: HighMains: High
Why this matters
BRICS leaders are working on a Delhi Declaration covering terrorism and institutional reform.
Key facts
- BRICS decisions are generally based on consensus.
- The New Development Bank is a BRICS-created multilateral development institution.
Key terms
- BRICS
- Delhi Declaration
- UNSC reform
- multilateralism
- terrorism
Arguments, challenges and policy responses
- Reform of global governance
- Consensus challenges after BRICS expansion
- India's strategic autonomy inside plurilateral groups
India’s context
The declaration affects India's long-running push for greater representation in global institutions.
Keep in mind
BRICS is not a military alliance.
Practice question
How can India use BRICS to advance global-governance reform without being drawn into bloc politics?
Revision summary
- BRICS decisions are generally based on consensus.
- The New Development Bank is a BRICS-created multilateral development institution.
- Reform of global governance
- Consensus challenges after BRICS expansion
- India's strategic autonomy inside plurilateral groups
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