BRICS leaders are holding talks in New Delhi, India, on Saturday for the group's leaders meeting. The gathering is happening against a backdrop of ongoing wars, global tensions and trade tariffs. Sources say members have settled on a common statement prior to the summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the grouping advances by consensus, not against anyone. Climbing oil prices give BRICS a leg up the United States lacks, with Iran at the table. The bloc is pushing for greater global influence. Iran is in the room for the summit discussions.
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BRICS summit opens in New Delhi amid wars, global tensions, tariffs - Al Jazeera
BRICS summit opens in New Delhi amid wars, global tensions, tariffs Al Jazeera
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BRICS to agree on joint declaration at New Delhi summit - The Canberra Times
BRICS to agree on joint declaration at New Delhi summit The Canberra Times
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BRICS leaders meet in India as Iran war reshapes global agenda - Anadolu Ajansı
BRICS leaders meet in India as Iran war reshapes global agenda Anadolu Ajansı
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BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say - Reuters
BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say Reuters
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Brics leaders gather in New Delhi as bloc seeks greater global influence - RFI
Brics leaders gather in New Delhi as bloc seeks greater global influence RFI