Pakistan, Sept. 11 -- India welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian ahead of the Brics summit. The two-day meeting begins Saturday in New Delhi amid major global conflicts and economic challenges. Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to attend.

The summit agenda is expected to include wars in the Middle East and Ukraine. Global trade disruptions and oil concerns are also likely to feature prominently. The gathering comes as member states face sharply different positions on regional conflicts.

Xi's visit will mark his first trip to India since 2019. His arrival also represents progress in relations between India and China after years of tensions. Flights, visas, and high-level contacts h...