Delhi offices shut for BRICS Summit; Putin, Jinping among visiting leaders
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Regional & global groupings (QUAD, BRICS, SCO, G20...)· Prelims·
Why in news
The BRICS Summit is being hosted in Delhi, necessitating significant security measures and administrative closures for high-level diplomatic engagement.
Background
The summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Key attendees include leaders from Russia and China. The Delhi government and central government offices are closed on September 11 for security preparations.
Facts for Prelims
- Intl. orgBRICS: An intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (expanded in 2024).
- PlaceBharat Mandapam: A convention center in New Delhi designed to host major international summits.
- FactThe summit involves high-level diplomatic visits from major global powers including Russia and China.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of BRICS as a platform for South-South cooperation and its role in shaping a multipolar world order.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical influence
- Economic cooperation
- Global South representation
- Strategic autonomy
Keywords: Multipolarity · South-South Cooperation · Strategic Autonomy · Diplomatic Engagement
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