BRICS calls for a ceasefire in Sudan

Leaders welcomed a UN resolution on enslavement of Africans and urged implementation of a UN resolution to eradicate colonialism in all its forms.

The declaration noted a South Africa–Brazil proposal for an international panel on inequality while treating poverty reduction as central to sustainable development. It did not announce an established...

Leaders reaffirmed WTO reform, special and differential treatment for developing members, and Ethiopia’s and Iran’s WTO accession bids.

The declaration criticized unilateral coercive measures contrary to international law and identified harm to development, health and food security in targeted states.

The declaration supported Palestinian self-determination and return, opposed forced displacement, and called for aid access in Gaza and full respect for UNRWA’s mandate.

The declaration welcomed a dedicated subgroup for a BRICS integrated early warning system for mass infectious diseases and emphasized surveillance and rapid response.

Leaders endorsed a mission and a 2026–2029 roadmap for healthy lifestyles and supported cooperative mental-health capacity building.

The declaration welcomed a proposed expert working group on traditional, complementary and integrative medicine, with attention to evidence, quality and safety.

Leaders acknowledged further work on the proposed BRICS Grain Exchange and food reserves and drought-resilient seeds. The exchange remained under discussion.

Leaders recognized varied national energy needs and common but differentiated responsibilities while supporting energy security and lower emissions.