The logo, barring the colour palette, is similar to the one used in 2016 when India last chaired the grouping. Geopolitical uncertainties, complicated economic landscapes, climate-related risks, technological changes and persistent development gaps continue to affect countries across regions. Building resilience, facilitating innovation and promoting cooperation and sustainability, the minister said, would be the four pillars of India’s chairship. In the context of resilience, Jaishankar elaborated that under this pillar, "we will endeavour to build structural institutional strengths capable of weathering global shocks". "Founded by BRICS countries, the New Development Bank has emerged as an important instrument of economic cooperation, promoting infrastructure and sustainable development of its member countries.

Source: The Telegraph January 14, 2026 01:46 UTC