Kazan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the 16h BRICS Summit in Russia’s Kazan. Speaking at the event, PM Modi reiterated India’s commitment towards maintaining peace in the world. He said that India supports “dialogue and diplomacy, not war”. The Prime Minister said the summit is taking place at a time, when the world is facing several challenges.
"Our meeting is taking place at a time, when the world is facing several pressing challenges such as wars, economic uncertainty, climate change and terrorism. The world is talking about the North South divide and the East West divide. Preventing inflation, ensuring food security, energy security , health security, water security, are matters of priority for all countries in the world," PM Modi said.
He also talked about new challenges like cyber deepfake, disinformation. "At such a time, there are high expectations of BRICS. I believe that as a diverse and inclusive platform, BRICS can play a positive role in all areas. In this regard, our approach must remain people centric. We have to give the world the message that BRICS is not a divisive organisation but one that works in the interest of humanity," he stated.
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"We support dialogue and diplomacy, not war. And just as we were able to overcome a challenge like COVID together, we are certainly able to create new opportunities to ensure a secure , strong and prosperous future for future generations," PM Modi added.
PM Modi's Speech:
#WATCH | 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says “India is fully committed to increasing cooperation under the BRICS. Our belief in our diversity and multipolarity is our strength. This strength of ours and our shared belief in humanity will help in… pic.twitter.com/gph4ZtMwHK
— ANI (@ANI) October 23, 2024
PM Modi On Terrorism:
The Prime Minister also urged all the member nation to work together in gighting terrorism. "In order to counter terrorism and Terror financing, we need the single minded, firm support of all. There is no place for double standards on this serious matter. We need to take active steps to stop radicalization of youth in our countries," PM Modi stated.
The Prime Minister also welcomed new members countries of the BRICS.