Who are the key leaders at the BRICS Summit in India, and why do they matter?
The 18th BRICS Summit convenes in New Delhi on September 12, with leaders from China, Russia, Iran, Egypt and South Africa convening. For India, the summit elevates Russia's strategic importance in New Delhi's calculations as the country seeks to balance its ties with the US and Europe. China seeks to expand its influence in the Global South, while Brazil and South Africa champion greater representation for developing nations in global institutions. Iran's attendance underscores the continued need for strategic engagement despite US sanctions.
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