New Delhi, September 12 (Daily Kiran) : China is set to assume the presidency of BRICS next year, with President Xi Jinping announcing plans to host the 19th BRICS summit. During a recent statement, he emphasized the importance of using this opportunity to build consensus among member nations and strategize for the future.
Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, shared Xi’s remarks on social media platform X, highlighting China’s commitment to initiating the third golden decade of BRICS cooperation alongside all member countries.
In addition to discussing BRICS, Xi expressed concerns about the ongoing situation in the Middle East. He stated that the persistent conflicts in the region have caused significant harm to people across nations and are contrary to the shared interests of the international community.
The Chinese leader called on relevant parties to pursue political solutions and strive for a lasting and comprehensive ceasefire. He affirmed that China would play a constructive role in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East, in collaboration with other BRICS nations.
This announcement comes in the wake of the 18th BRICS summit, where leaders voiced their worries about rising global polarization and distrust. They urged for strengthened political and diplomatic measures to ensure peace and security.
In the “2026 New Delhi Declaration” adopted on Saturday, BRICS leaders acknowledged the increasing polarization and distrust in the current global landscape. They stressed the need for collective efforts to bolster international peace and security.
The declaration underscored the importance of political and diplomatic measures to address current challenges and associated security threats, aiming to reduce the likelihood of conflict. It also highlighted the necessity of tackling the root causes of conflicts to prevent future disputes.
BRICS leaders reiterated that the security of all nations is interconnected and indivisible. They reaffirmed their commitment to resolving international disputes peacefully through dialogue, consultation, and diplomacy.
The role of regional organizations was also deemed crucial in preventing and resolving conflicts, with leaders encouraging their active contributions to peaceful solutions. They expressed support for all efforts aimed at resolving crises peacefully.
Xi Jinping’s remarks regarding China’s upcoming presidency come at a pivotal time as the BRICS group seeks to strengthen its role in addressing global issues related to peace, security, multilateral cooperation, and development.
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