The Russian Ambassador to India, His Excellency Denis Alipov, has expressed his optimism in welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alongside 40 other heads of state and leaders, at the upcoming BRICS Summit in Kazan. Ambassador Alipov highlighted the significance of this year’s summit, emphasizing BRICS’ commitment to respecting civilisational diversity, promoting global cooperation, and maintaining independence from external pressures and double standards.

“The BRICS framework is unique in its respect for civilisational diversity and its steadfast commitment to non-interference in domestic affairs,” Ambassador Alipov stated. “This approach has allowed BRICS to establish a platform that is free from external pressure and aligned with the principles of mutual respect and sovereignty.”
As global interest in BRICS continues to grow, Ambassador Alipov acknowledged the natural trajectory of the group’s expansion. He noted, “It is inevitable for BRICS to expand in one way or another, given its increasing geopolitical and practical relevance.” He further underscored the need for prospective BRICS member countries to be “economically ambitious” and committed to opposing “illegitimate sanctions.”

Reflecting on the organisation’s pivotal role, Ambassador Alipov stressed BRICS’ promotion of the Global South’s agenda. He highlighted the need for an alternative to the current global financial systems, particularly calling for the development of a substitute to the SWIFT payments system. “The relevance of BRICS is growing in today’s geopolitical landscape, and we must advance alternatives to outdated financial structures that no longer serve the needs of emerging economies.”

As the anticipation builds for the summit in Kazan, Russia reaffirms its commitment to working closely with its BRICS partners in building a more equitable global order. The upcoming summit will address key global issues, further strengthening the BRICS alliance as a powerful voice for the Global South.