Global Diplomacy Unfolds: India Hosts BRICS Foreign Ministers

In a significant diplomatic event, Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono touched down in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the anticipated BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting. The Ministry of External Affairs extended a 'warm welcome' via a social media post, setting the stage for intensive global engagements over the next few days.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is also expected in India, aiming to hold comprehensive discussions with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Their talks will focus on furthering India-Russia cooperation, addressing agreements from President Putin's 2025 visit, and preparing for upcoming dialogues and forums on trade and cultural cooperation.

Further global participation includes Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, enhancing the high-level deliberations in New Delhi on May 14 and 15. This event, pivotal to India's 2026 BRICS Chairmanship, underscores its strategic role in multilateral engagements within the expanded alliance.

(With inputs from agencies.)