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Modi urges Global South to become rule‑shaper at BRICS summit
✍️ themeghalayanexpress.com
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 09:46 PM
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told leaders at the BRICS summit that the Global South must move from being a rule‑taker to a rule‑shaper in international affairs.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BRICS leaders, emphasizing that the collective voice of the Global South should transition from merely accepting existing global norms to actively shaping them. He highlighted the growing economic and demographic weight of developing nations and argued that their interests must be reflected in the architecture of international institutions.
Modi pointed to areas such as trade, climate change, and technology where emerging economies are seeking greater representation and decision‑making power. He urged the BRICS grouping to champion reforms that would make global governance more inclusive and equitable.
The speech came as the summit deliberated on cooperation among the five member countries and their role in reshaping multilateral frameworks. Observers noted that Modi’s remarks align with India’s broader diplomatic push to position itself as a leader of the Global South.
While no specific policy proposals were announced, the Prime Minister’s call for a rule‑shaping agenda underscores India’s intent to influence future reforms at forums like the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.
Modi pointed to areas such as trade, climate change, and technology where emerging economies are seeking greater representation and decision‑making power. He urged the BRICS grouping to champion reforms that would make global governance more inclusive and equitable.
The speech came as the summit deliberated on cooperation among the five member countries and their role in reshaping multilateral frameworks. Observers noted that Modi’s remarks align with India’s broader diplomatic push to position itself as a leader of the Global South.
While no specific policy proposals were announced, the Prime Minister’s call for a rule‑shaping agenda underscores India’s intent to influence future reforms at forums like the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.