New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- Senior Congress leader and former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Thursday said India's BRICS representation should reflect the entire country and not merely the Union government, urging the Centre to include the Opposition in consultations as India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit.

Speaking to ANI, Khurshid emphasised the importance of BRICS, saying the grouping represents a significant share of the world's population, trade and emerging economic strength.

"Everyone understands and recognises the importance of BRICS. When half of the world's population is connected to BRICS, you cannot simply close your eyes and sideline half the population," Khurshid said.

He said BRICS brings together emerging economie...