New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- The stage is set for India to host the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital this weekend.

The high-profile gathering, scheduled for September 12-13, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, will bring together leaders of BRICS member and partner countries, along with outreach invitees.

India is the BRICS Chair for the 2026 edition. The BRICS Chairship is guided by the theme: "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."

Russian President Vladimir Putin's attendance has been confirmed. Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to attend too. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's bilateral ...