BRICS Summit 2023 Highlights — 'Fruitful And Historic': PM Modi Hails Summit As He Departs For Greece

BRICS Summit 2023 Highlights: Please follow this space for all the latest developments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to South Africa for the 15th BRICS Summit.

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BRICS Summit 2023 Highlights: Hello and welcome to the 15th BRICS Summit Live Blog. Please follow this space for all the latest developments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to South Africa for BRICS Summit.Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Thursday attend BRICS Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue on his third day of the visit to South Africa’s Johannesburg. He is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks on the final day of his visit after which he will reach Athens in Greece on August 25.Before departing from Johannesburg, Modi will meet with prominent personalities and attend a luncheon hosted by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. He is scheduled to attend BRICS Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue at 12.30 pm IST, hold bilateral talks from 2 pm to 3.30 PM and attend a luncheon hosted by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at 3.30 pm. At 5 pm, he will attend the second session of BRICS Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue.At 11.15 pm IST, Modi will depart from Johannesburg.On Wednesday, the prime minister attended the plenary session of the 15th BRICS Summit along with leaders of member nations including Brazil, Russia, China, and host South Africa.Addressing the opening plenary session of the 15th BRICS Summit, Modi praised its journey over the last two decades. He emphasised accomplishments such as the establishment of the New Development Bank, assistance to countries in the Global South, and the creation of financial safety nets through contingency reserves.He also stressed on the role of technology in shaping BRICS societies' future readiness, calling for initiatives such as youth summits, BRICS games, and think tank councils to strengthen people-to-people connections. PM outlined a comprehensive 5-point agenda to strengthen relationships between member nations. His proposals cover diverse fields from space exploration to conservation and cooperation in various sectors.

25/08/2023 00:02:22

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — PM Modi departs for Greece from South Africa's Johannesburg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs for Greece from South Africa's Johannesburg after the conclusion of the 15th BRICS Summit.

24/08/2023 23:36:43

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — BRICS Summit was fruitful and historic as we welcomed new countries: PM Modi

"My visit to South Africa was a very productive one. The BRICS Summit was fruitful and historic as we welcomed new countries to this forum. We will keep working together for global good. My gratitude to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the people and Government of South Africa for their hospitality," posts PM Narendra Modi.
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24/08/2023 23:24:41

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi greets Indian diaspora outside his hotel before departing for Greece

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets members of the Indian diaspora outside his hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Prime Minister will depart for Greece shortly.

24/08/2023 23:08:53

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi on meeting with South African scientist Siyabulela Xuza

"During our interaction, Siyabulela Xuza spoke at length about his passion for sustainable development and clean energy, especially for the Global South. He also spoke about his own innovations and passion towards science and space," posts PM Modi.

24/08/2023 21:07:05

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi wrote to G20 leaders about inclusion of African Union, Foreign Secretary says

"He (PM Modi) wrote to the leaders of G20 about the inclusion of the African Union in the G20. We have strongly proposed it as a permanent member of the G20. So, it should probably become G21 if it all goes through," says Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra.

24/08/2023 20:54:34

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE - PM Modi Discussed LAC Situation With China's Xi During Bilateral Talks On Sidelines Of BRICS: Foreign Secy

PM Modi Discussed LAC Situation With China's Xi During Bilateral Talks On Sidelines Of BRICS: Foreign Secy

24/08/2023 19:05:40

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: 'Need BRICS as a lighthouse in a multipolar world,' Bangladesh PM says

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina says, "...We need BRICS as a lighthouse in a multipolar world. We hope to see BRICS emerge as an inclusive platform responding to our times. We must prove to our children and youth that our nations may suffer but we'll never be defeated." (ANI)

24/08/2023 18:54:44

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: 'Speak out against all threats, provocations, commission of war,' Bangladesh PM says

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina says, "...Together, we must continue to seek our dues for international financing and technologies. We need to unite around climate justice, migrant rights, digital equality and debt sustainability. We must preserve the rules-based multilateral trading system with scope for using our own currencies. In Global South, we should say 'No' to artificial choices and divisions being thrown at us. We must reject attempts to weaponise universal norms and values. We need to stop the cycle of sanctions and counter-sanctions. We must speak out against all threats, provocations and commission of war." (ANI)

24/08/2023 18:54:17

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE - 1.2 Million Rohingyas from Myanmar living in Bangladesh: PM Hasina

"Bangladesh has traditionally championed the cause of LDCs (Least Developed Countries) with most of them in Africa. Bangladesh feels proud to engage in UN Peacekeeping and peace-building in different parts of Africa. With 1.2 Million Rohingyas from Myanmar living in Bangladesh, we understand the burden shouldered by refugee-hosting nations in Africa..."

24/08/2023 18:29:51

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: Need more inclusive institutions at every level, UN Secretary-General António Guterres says

UN Secretary-General António Guterres says, "We need more inclusive institutions at every level, including greater representation of women and young people. But all these in the context in which I believe two areas require a particularly important reform effort. One is the Security Council, the second - the Bretton Woods system..." (ANI)

24/08/2023 18:05:30

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Mozambican President

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi in South Africa's Johannesburg

24/08/2023 16:59:14

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: Leaders of BRICS nations and friendly nations gather for a photo

Leaders of BRICS nations and friendly nations gather for a family photo.

24/08/2023 16:33:56

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: Productive meeting between PM Narendra Modi and PM Abiy Ahmed Ali of Ethiopia, MEA says

MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweets, "A productive meeting between PM Narendra Modi and PM Abiy Ahmed Ali of Ethiopia on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Johannesburg. PM congratulated PM Abiy Ahmed Ali on Ethiopia's membership of BRICS. PM Abiy Ahmed Ali appreciated India's support for Ethiopia to join the BRICS family."

24/08/2023 16:32:01

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — PM Modi Holds Bilateral Meeting With Senegal President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President of Senegal Macky Sall hold a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa.

24/08/2023 15:42:24

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on invitation to join grouping

UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan appreciated the “vision of the BRICS leadership” after his country was invited to join the BRICS grouping and said that his country looks forward to working with BRICS for the benefit of all.

"We respect the vision of the BRICS leadership and appreciate the inclusion of the UAE as a member to this important group. We look forward to a continued commitment of cooperation for the prosperity, dignity and benefit of all nations and people around the world," he tweeted.

24/08/2023 15:33:24

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali

South Africa: Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali.

24/08/2023 15:07:00

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE — India is Africa's fourth largest trade partner, fifth largest investor: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi at BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue: "India has given high importance to relations with Africa. We have opened 16 new missions in Africa. Today, India is Africa's fourth largest trade partner and the fifth largest investor..."

24/08/2023 13:55:52

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: We'll Soon Resolve Issue Of Common Currency, Says Putin

The induction of new members was a challenge, but SA President Ramaphosa negotiated well. We'll soon move towards the resolution of the proposal to have a common currency. I assure the new members that we will keep up the work of having a good influence over the world: Russian President Vladimir Putin

24/08/2023 13:45:29

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi Thanks World's Scientific Community For Chandrayaan-3 Wishes

"Chandrayaan-3's feat is a matter of pride for us that this achievement is being accepted as a milestone for all of humanity... On behalf of India, its people and our scientists, I thank the scientists and the world's scientific community for their wishes on this historic moment": PM Modi

24/08/2023 13:43:19

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: India Will Build Consensus To Induct Other Interested Countries As Members, Says PM Modi

India will build consensus to induct other countries who have applied for BRICS membership: PM Modi

24/08/2023 13:41:02

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: PM Modi Congratulates Leaders Of 6 New Member Nations

I congratulate the leaders and citizens of Argentina, Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia and UAE... India's relations with these nations are deep and historic. Through BRICS, we can enhance our bilateral ties: PM Modi

24/08/2023 13:36:11

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: New Members Will Strengthen Group, Says PM Modi

India fully supports BRICS Membership. New members will strengthen BRICS. It will strengthen the beliefs of other nations in this multipolar world: PM Modi

24/08/2023 13:28:15

BRICS Summit 2023 LIVE: Membership Of Saudi Arabia, 5 Others To Begin January 1 Next Year

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that the BRICS members had approved Saudi Arabia's entry to the group. It's membership will begin on January 1, 2024. The group has adopted the Johannesburg  Declaration 2, inviting Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to become full members. They will become full members from January 1, 2024.

24/08/2023 12:08:55

PM Modi Likely To Meet ISRO Scientists In Bengaluru on August 26

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Bengaluru to meet the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) scientists behind the successful Chandrayaan-3 Mission.

24/08/2023 12:05:52

PM Modi To Attend BRICS Africa Outreach Session, Hold Bilateral Talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend BRICS Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue on his third and final day of the visit to South Africa’s Johannesburg.