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Modi Urges BRICS to Reform UNSC, Empower Global South
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a meeting of BRICS countries in New Delhi.
He said developing countries should have a bigger say in making international rules.
He called this changing from being rule-takers to rule-shapers.
Modi also asked countries to reform the United Nations Security Council.
He said the talks about reform should have a clear deadline and clear results.
He proposed a support system to help sailors in emergencies.
This system could provide medical help, contact families and arrange evacuations.
Modi said BRICS is not formed against any country.
The speech came as sailors face dangers in places such as the Strait of Hormuz.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12, 2026.
Modi proposed a Seafarers Emergency Support Network for distress alerts, medical aid, family notification and evacuation.
He said United Nations Security Council reform could no longer be postponed and called for time-bound negotiations with clear outcomes.
Modi urged BRICS to help Global South countries become “rule-shapers” rather than “rule-takers” in global decision-making.
He said BRICS was not against any country, while the article noted that US President Donald Trump has called the bloc “anti-America.”
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders of the 11-member BRICS bloc.
- What
- Modi called for United Nations Security Council reform, greater Global South participation and an emergency support network for seafarers.
- Where
- Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India.
- When
- At the opening of the 18th BRICS Summit on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
- Why
- To improve representation for developing countries, address global decision-making imbalances and help seafarers facing emergencies.
BRICS’ stated position
Criticism of BRICS
Purpose and alignment
BRICS’ stated position
Modi said BRICS is not against any country and seeks consensus and cooperation while taking everyone along.
Criticism of BRICS
The article said US President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticized the 11-member bloc and described it as “anti-America.”
Key facts
- Summit
- The 18th BRICS Summit, described as involving an 11-member bloc.
- Host venue
- Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- Seafarers proposal
- A Seafarers Emergency Support Network linking maritime authorities and missions.
- Proposed assistance
- The network could support distress alerts, medical assistance, family notification and evacuation.
- UNSC reform
- Modi called for negotiations tied to a definite timeframe and clear outcomes.
- Global South message
- Developing countries should become “rule-shapers” rather than “rule-takers.”
- Hormuz situation
- The article said at least 6,000 seafarers were trapped on more than 400 ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including 166 Indians according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
- Reported casualty discrepancy
- The article cited both 16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, killed in ship attacks and 17 seafarers killed overall, more than half of them Indian.
Quotes
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister of India speaking at the Brics Summit
“The Global South is today in the front row of global crises, but in the back row of decision-making. We have to transform this “pyramid of privilege” into a “platform of partnership”, where every country has a voice, every member has a stake and the development of humanity is at the centre of every effort.”
firstpost.com
“Seafarers make an enormous contribution to global commerce, but they often feel a lack of support during difficult times. I propose that we consider creating a Seafarers Emergency Support Network.”
firstpost.com
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