The XVII BRICS Summit took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6 to 7, 2025. The theme was "Strengthening Cooperation of the Global South for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance." The summit focused on key global issues and future collaborations.
The final declaration emphasized commitment to the Global South, principles of mutual respect, and sovereign equality. Indonesia was welcomed as a new member, while Belarus, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Nigeria, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Uganda, and Uzbekistan were recognized as partner countries.
Leaders reiterated their commitment to reforming global governance. They also discussed the use of local currencies in financial transactions, regulation of Artificial Intelligence, and reform of the UN Security Council. The summit addressed the conflict in Ukraine and food security, aiming for a more inclusive and sustainable global governance.