BRICS+ 2025 Agenda, leaders and Countries

The 17th BRICS Summit, held on July 6–7, 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the bloc. Under Brazil’s year-long Pro Tempore Presidency, the summit adopted the theme:
“Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance.”

Summit Agenda at a Glance

Brazil presented six strategic priorities that shaped the discussions during the summit:

1. Global Health Cooperation
   • Promotion of equitable access to medicines and vaccines
   • Launch of the BRICS Partnership for the Elimination of Socially Determined Diseases, focusing on neglected tropical ailments
2. Trade, Investment & Financial Cooperation
   • Deepening economic integration, exploring settlement in local currencies
   • Discussion on alternative payment mechanisms and financial market reforms
3. Climate Change & Sustainable Finance
   • Adoption of the BRICS Climate Leadership Agenda and a framework on climate finance
   • Commitment to equitable energy transition and climate action via the Rio de Janeiro Declaration
4. AI Governance
   • A joint declaration emphasizing the need for inclusive, human-rights-oriented global standards in AI
   • Emphasis on the U.N. leading frameworks that prevent the tech gap from widening
5. Security & Global Governance Reform
   • Advocating reforms in the multilateral peace and security setup
   • Enhanced language on Middle Eastern conflicts and criticism of unilateral trade measures
6. Institutional Development of BRICS
   • Strengthening internal coordination within the rapidly expanding bloc
   • Adoption of the Rio de Janeiro Declaration with 126 commitments, including endorsement of India’s chairmanship for the 2026 Summit and future agenda-setting roles

Additionally, the summit’s three plenary sessions were prominent:

• Peace, Security & Global Governance Reform
• Economic-Financial Affairs & AI Governance
• Environment, COP30, & Global Health

Table Summary: Summit Details & Agenda