External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday attended the launch of the official website and logo of India’s BRICS Presidency 2026.
Jaishankar said India’s BRICS chairship would work towards promoting greater global welfare as the grouping has expanded its scope over the years.
He said, “India’s BRICS chairship will seek to bring together the potential of BRICS countries for greater global welfare. As India prepares to assume the BRICS chairship in 2026, we do so at an important moment in the grouping’s journey. In 2026, BRICS will complete 20 years since its inception, during which it has steadily evolved into a major platform for cooperation among emerging markets and developing economies. Over the years, BRICS has expanded its agenda and membership in response to changing global realities, while remaining focused on people-centric development, fostering dialogue, and promoting practical cooperation.”
Jaishankar said India is approaching the chairship inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s guidance and guided by a humanity-first approach.
“India approaches its chairship with a humanity-first and people-centric approach, inspired by the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Our chairship theme — building for resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability — reflects our belief that cooperation among BRICS members can help address shared challenges in a balanced and inclusive manner,” he said.
Speaking at the launch of the BRICS 2026 logo, Jaishankar said the theme underlines development for all.
“The theme underscores the importance of strengthening capacities, promoting innovation, and ensuring sustainable development for the benefit of all. The logo unveiled today reflects this approach. It combines elements of tradition and modernity, and the petals incorporate the colours of all BRICS member countries, representing unity and diversity and a strong sense of shared purpose,” he said.
He added that the logo conveys how BRICS draws strength from the collective contributions of its members while respecting their distinct identities.
Jaishankar also said the newly launched BRICS India website would serve as a common platform during India’s chairship.
“It will provide information on meetings, initiatives and outcomes, and will facilitate greater transparency and engagement. It will also help in the timely dissemination of information,” he added.
Highlighting the present global situation, Jaishankar said the world is facing multiple uncertainties and challenges.
“The current global environment presents complex and interlinked challenges. Geopolitical uncertainties, complicated economic landscapes, climate-related risks, technological changes and persistent development gaps continue to affect countries across regions. In this context, BRICS remains an important forum that encourages dialogue, cooperation and practical responses, taking into account national priorities at different stages of development,” he said. (ANI)
