India, hosting the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, opted for a chair’s statement over a joint one due to differing views on West Asia and the Middle East. The ministers emphasized the importance of upholding international humanitarian law and accountability for its violations. They condemned terrorism in all forms and reiterated the commitment to combat it globally.
The ministers highlighted the need for dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for sovereignty in resolving crises. They stressed the protection of civilian lives and infrastructure, condemning terrorist acts unequivocally. The statement underlined the responsibility of nations in fighting terrorism and called for adherence to international law and conventions.
BRICS members expressed varied perspectives on the West Asia/Middle East situation, emphasizing the impact on the global economy. They rejected associating terrorism with any religion or nationality and called for holding perpetrators accountable. The ministers supported deepening counter-terrorism cooperation and urged the adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism at the UN.
