New Delhi, September 11 (Udaipur Kiran) : Iranian President Masoud Pejashkian attended the BRICS Business Forum 2026 in New Delhi on September 11, ahead of the BRICS summit set to commence on September 12. During his address, he expressed gratitude to the Indian government and its people for hosting the meeting and acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to strengthen BRICS cooperation.
Photographs from the bilateral meeting showed Prime Minister Modi engaging with the Iranian delegation, which included Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. Indian officials present included External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.
In his speech, President Pejashkian remarked on the challenging global landscape, characterized by geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, and the increasing use of economic measures for political leverage. He posed a critical question regarding BRICS’ response to these challenges.
He emphasized that the true strength of BRICS extends beyond the economic size of its member nations. It becomes evident when these capacities are transformed into networks of trade, investment, and joint financing, moving from potential cooperation to tangible collaboration.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.