South Africa: President Ramaphosa Pushes for Stronger Brics Trade
India will host the 18th BRICS Summit with 11 members and 10 partner countries, as leaders focus on practical outcomes for the developing world.
- India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi beginning Saturday, September 12, 2026. President Cyril Ramaphosa will represent South Africa at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Under India's Chairship this year, more than 350 meetings in over 25 cities have strengthened the strategic partnership. India aims to push for stronger cooperation among developing nations, focusing on resilience, innovation, and sustainability.
- Representing around 49% of the world's population, the group now comprises 11 members and 10 partner countries. This bloc accounts for 40% of global GDP and around 24% of world trade and commerce.
- High Commissioner Shri Prabhat Kumar said the gathering will prioritize concerns of the Global South, including economic issues and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises . Political cooperation and multilateral reforms will also be discussed.
- The summit provides a platform for dialogue on mutual interests, further strengthening cooperation within BRICS. Leaders will work to ensure the outcome document covers key issues affecting the developing world as they focus on future collaboration.
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South Africa: President Ramaphosa Pushes for Stronger Brics Trade
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in New Delhi, India, ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, where South Africa will push for stronger trade and investment ties among member countries.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa Arrives in India for BRICS Summit
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived in India to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. He was received by Union Minister of State Jayant Singh upon his arrival. South Africa is one of the founding members of the BRICS grouping and continues to hold full member-country status following the bloc’s expansion.
Ramaphosa takes SA’s trade and investment agenda to BRICS summit
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo arrive in Delhi ahead of 18th BRICS Summit - The Tribune
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Ugandan Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026.
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South African Minister Lamola arrives in India ahead of BRICS, President Ramaphosa to also attend summit
South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in the national capital on Thursday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa also set to attend the two-day leaders' meeting at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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