On August 22 and 23, Visakhapatnam will host the BRICS Youth Ministers’

Why in news

Visakhapatnam is hosting the BRICS Youth and Sports Ministers' Meetings to foster cooperation on youth development and sports among member nations.

Background

The meetings are scheduled for August 22 and 23 in Visakhapatnam. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is chairing the events, which involve 11 member countries including Brazil, China, Russia, and South Africa.

Facts for Prelims

• BodyBRICS: An acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
• PlaceVisakhapatnam: A major port city and industrial hub in Andhra Pradesh, India.
• FactThe meetings involve delegations from 11 member countries including Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of BRICS as a platform for South-South cooperation and its role in shaping global governance and youth development.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• multilateral cooperation
• South-South synergy
• soft power diplomacy

Keywords: multilateralism · South-South cooperation · diplomatic outreach · youth empowerment

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