BRICS Calls for Gaza Ceasefire and Critiques Trade Protectionism at New Delhi Meeting
BRICS Demands Gaza Truce, Slams Tariffs At New Delhi Foreign Ministers' Meet
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At the recent BRICS foreign ministers' meeting in New Delhi, member states demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and condemned rising global trade protectionism. The statement, which encompassed various geopolitical issues, emphasized the need for a reformed UN system and called for the establishment of a fully sovereign Palestinian state.
- 01BRICS ministers demanded an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied territories.
- 02The group condemned the use of starvation as a method of warfare, particularly in relation to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- 03China announced it would no longer seek special treatment in WTO negotiations, marking a significant shift in its trade policy.
- 04The ministers reiterated their commitment to reforming the UN Security Council to enhance representation for developing nations.
- 05The statement included a condemnation of the April 2025 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir, reflecting India's concerns about cross-border terrorism.
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During a two-day meeting in New Delhi, the BRICS foreign ministers issued a comprehensive statement addressing critical global issues, notably calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and condemning unilateral tariffs. The ministers urged all parties to cease hostilities and highlighted the need for humanitarian access in the region. They reaffirmed their support for a fully sovereign Palestinian state within the 1967 borders and criticized the politicization of humanitarian aid. In terms of trade, the ministers expressed serious concerns over rising protectionism and unilateral economic sanctions, which they argued threaten global supply chains and exacerbate inequality. A significant development was China's announcement to forgo special treatment in World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations, indicating a shift in its approach to global trade discussions. Additionally, the ministers advocated for comprehensive reforms of the UN Security Council to better represent developing nations. The meeting concluded with a commitment to support the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi later this year, where China will take over the chairmanship in 2027.
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The BRICS meeting's outcomes could influence international diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, particularly regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza, and may affect India's stance on cross-border terrorism.
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