WorldFACTBOX: BRICS association profile
The 18th BRICS summit is scheduled for September 12-13 in New Delhi under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The agenda includes national-currency settlement mechanisms and cooperation on artificial intelligence, technology, energy and critical infrastructure. Founded in 2006 on Russia’s initiative, BRICS now has 10 permanent members and 12 partners.
FACTBOX: BRICS association profile