Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Bangladesh has been invited by India as a special guest to the BRICS Summit 2026, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from September 17 to 19, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended the invitation to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, reflecting India's commitment to strengthening regional partnerships and engagement with the Global South. Although Bangladesh is not a BRICS member, it has previously expressed interest in joining the grouping, with support from countries such as China and Russia. The invitation also aligns with India's BRICS Chairmanship theme of promoting resilience, innovation, collaboration, and sustainability while enhancing cooperation in areas such as health, disaster management, digital transformation, climate resilience, and sustainable development.