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BRICS 2026 | COVER STORY

‘BRICS: Two Decades of Cooperation, 2006-2026’—were
released in New Delhi on September 12, 2026. The first Global trade can only progress if
stamp depicts the emergence of BRICS as a platform for
mutual respect and solidarity, while the second showcas- sea lanes are secure, supply routes
es the logo and the ‘Humanity First’ and ‘People-Centric’ remain open, and seafarers are safe.
vision of India’s presidency. India is a staunch supporter of
During this global summit, India presented foreign freedom of navigation and the safety
guests with souvenirs reflecting local culture and art. of seafarers.
These included items such as Pashmina shawls crafted
under the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister
silk brocade from Varanasi, perfume from Kannauj, Ra-
jasthani Meenakari, and Khadi products. government circles and extend it to ordinary citi-
zens—particularly the youth and women.
YOUTH ENTHUSIASM AND WOMEN’S Youth Participation: At the BRICS Youth Ministers’
LEADERSHIP: THE HUMAN FACE OF BRICS meeting held in Visakhapatnam on August 22, 2026,
A key highlight of India’s presidency was its initiative consensus was reached on enhancing cooperation
to take BRICS cooperation beyond the confines of in education, skill development, employment, and

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