Brics 2026: Trump shadow looms large over Delhi summit as Modi hosts Putin and Xi

The US is not a member of Brics, yet President Donald Trump's shadow will loom large over the group's summit in Delhi this weekend. But few will be as consequential as the impact of President Trump's policies. While Russia and Iran may push for the group to take a clearer stand against President Trump, the geopolitical realities within Brics are likely to make that difficult. The Gulf state, which hosts US military bases, is unlikely to support a statement that helps Tehran's cause. Kugelman says Brics has become more significant through its expansion, but that has also made consensus harder.

Source: BBC India/World September 11, 2026 09:38 UTC