Current Affairs - Places - Discussion

Kochi, Kerala, hosted the BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting on 8–9 July 2026 under India’s BRICS Chairship. The meeting focused on the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability," reflecting the four pillars of India's chairship. Discussions covered women's leadership, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, digital empowerment, climate action, food security, and nutrition. The programme also featured plenary sessions, thematic panel discussions, and exhibitions highlighting women-led initiatives in STEM, education, and rural development, reinforcing collaboration among BRICS member countries on gender-inclusive growth and sustainable development.