BRICS 18th summit outlines new mechanisms for technology, security and economy

The 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit outlined new cooperation mechanisms in technology, security and economic development aimed at benefiting Global South countries. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said BRICS agreed to establish an integrated system for responding to infectious disease outbreaks, a startup network, an SME portal and a Digital Agriculture Network. He stressed that BRICS solutions should be accessible to Global South nations, not just member states.