Putin arrives in New Delhi for BRICS summit, Xi to make first India trip in 7 years
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS summit, scheduled for September 12-13 under India's chairmanship. The summit is expected to focus on wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, as well as economic challenges facing the expanded 11-member bloc. China has confirmed that President Xi Jinping will attend, marking his first visit to India in nearly seven years. Putin and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian are due to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while preparations for the summit have sparked anger among New Delhi residents over road closures and restrictions.
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DW (Deutsche Welle) (outlet profile)
India looks to steer BRICS away from anti-Western turn. The BRICS summit 2026 takes place in Delhi this weekend. Unlike last year, Putin and Xi are expected to attend. Can India keep the expanded bloc united?
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The Japan Times (outlet profile)
Xi’s visit to India could ease diplomatic tension, but business may not benefit. Businesses in both countries face ongoing hurdles including investments stalled by regulations, visa delays and restrictions on industrial…
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
Xi's India visit to help diplomatic thaw, but business ties bound by suspicion | Analysis. Businesses in both countries continue to face hurdles, including investments stalled by regulations, visa delays and restriction…
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South China Morning Post (outlet profile)
China’s Xi Jinping to make first trip to India in 7 years for Brics summit. China has confirmed that President Xi Jinping will travel to New Delhi for the Brics summit this weekend, his first visit to India in close to…
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Bloomberg (outlet profile)
Xi’s First India Trip Since 2019 Extends an Olive Branch to Modi. When Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in New Delhi this weekend for his first post-Covid visit to India, he faces the task of managing a delicate det…
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Times of India (outlet profile)
China confirms Xi's India visit for Brics summit on Sept 12-13, first trip in 7 years
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Channel NewsAsia (outlet profile)
India hosts BRICS summit as Iran war tests bloc unity
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Al-Monitor (outlet profile)
Wars pose a test as India hosts BRICS summit with Russia, Iran leaders. India will host leaders including the presidents of Russia and Iran for a BRICS summit on Saturday, with wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, as we…
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Al-Monitor (outlet profile)
Wars pose a test as India hosts BRICS summit with China, Russia, Iran leaders. India will host leaders including the presidents of China, Russia and Iran for a BRICS summit on Saturday, with wars in the Middle East and…
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
China confirms Xi to visit India after 7 year gap; trade, normalisation on agenda
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Malay Mail (outlet profile)
Can old rivals turn to something more? Five things to know as China’s Xi Jinping returns to India after five years. NEW DELHI, Sept 10 — Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to India for a summit on Saturday that co…
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RT - Daily news (outlet profile)
BRICS 2026: Putin and Modi have high expectations going into key summit. Russia President Vladimir Putin and Indian PM Narendra Modi expected to discuss key pillars of the bilateral relationship in New Delhi Read Full A…
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Putin to visit India from September 11-13 for taking part in BRICS summit — Kremlin aide. The 18th BRICS summit will be held in New Delhi
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Indian PM Modi may pay official visit to Russia next year — Kremlin aide. Yury Ushakov said there is an agreement between Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi that they will meet at least once in one country or the other
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RT - Daily news (outlet profile)
BRICS 2026: Who’s coming and what’s on the agenda?. India will host the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13. Here’s who is expected to attend and what the leaders will discuss Read Full Article at RT.com
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Putin plans no press conference after BRICS summit — Kremlin aide. The Russian president is set to deliver numerous public addresses in India, including remarks at the BRICS Business Council, Yury Ushakov said
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Putin to address BRICS Business Forum in India on September 11 — Kremlin aide. Yury Ushakov added that the forum’s program includes several thematic sessions devoted, in particular, to the digital economy and innovation
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Inquirer.net (outlet profile)
India-China thaw: 5 things to know as Xi heads to Delhi. NEW DELHI, India — Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to India for a summit on Saturday that could mark the biggest step in a cautious thaw after years of hostili…
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Putin, Modi to visit INNOPROM exhibition in India together — Kremlin aide. Yury Ushakov noted that the large-scale exhibition was organized by the industry and trade ministries of both nations
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
IN BRIEF: Kremlin aide on Putin’s India visit for BRICS summit, series of bilateral talks. In the course of the visit, the Russian president will hold meetings with several international leaders
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Brics turns 25: How a Goldman Sachs acronym became a global power bloc. This September, New Delhi will play host to the 18th Brics Summit. With eleven member nations and ten partner countries added to its roster, Brics…
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Brics Summit: PM Modi says 'all set'; Putin to arrive in few hours - top developments. The 18th BRICS Summit is set to take place in New Delhi on September 12-13, bringing together world leaders, including Vladimir Puti…
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
Amid global crisis, top leaders to attend BRICS summit this weekend. Iran President Pezeshkian and UN Secretary-General Guterres are among the leaders expected to attend the summit; Putin is likely to have a bilateral m…
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Modi-Xi meet: Trade, border on agenda during Xi's 24-hour blitz
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Nikkei Asia (outlet profile)
BRICS Summit marks dual milestones and tests limits of cohesion
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Brics summit: Beijing officially requested for Xi Jinping delegation's visas on August 27. Confirmed Visit Weeks Ago While Many Speculated On Announcement Delay
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Times of India (outlet profile)
Putin arrives in India ahead of Brics Summit 2026, to meet PM Modi
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
Putin arrives in New Delhi for BRICS summit. The Il-96 flight carrying the Russian leader landed at the Palam Air Force Station
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RT - Daily news (outlet profile)
Putin arrives in India for BRICS summit (VIDEO). The Russian leader will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visit the INNOPROM industrial exhibition during his three-day trip Read Full Article at RT.com
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to attend BRICS summit. The summit in New Delhi is taking place against the backdrop of a global economy facing the adverse impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war, the We…
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NRK (outlet profile)
Putin i India for BRICS-toppmøte. Russlands president Vladimir Putin har ankommet New Delhi der han skal delta på et BRICS-toppmøte, melder de russiske nyhetsbyråene. BRICS er et samarbeidsforum der statsledere fra Bras…
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TASS (англ.) (outlet profile)
PREVIEW: Putin begins three-day visit to India for BRICS summit. Russian Presidentwill address the plenary session of the annual Business Forum
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Bloomberg (outlet profile)
Putin Lands in India for BRICS Summit Shaped by Wars, Tariffs. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for a BRICS summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders, as wars in the Middle East and Ukr…
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Putin in New Delhi ahead of summit, likely to hold bilateral meeting with PM Modi today. Iran President Pezeshkian and UN Secretary-General Guterres are among the leaders expected to arri…
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France 24 (outlet profile)
Putin and Xi in India for BRICS summit as Ukraine, Middle East wars loom. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday for a two-day BRICS summit expected to focus on wars in Ukraine and the Middle Ea…
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Al Jazeera (outlet profile)
Putin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine wars. Russian, Iranian leaders due to hold talks with India's Modi at summit dominated by wars in Middle East and Ukraine.
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The Independent (outlet profile)
BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars and rivalries strain the expanded bloc. BRICS leaders are meeting in New Delhi this weekend as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and U.S.-China tensions test the group's unity
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The New York Times (outlet profile)
Why Emerging Powers Keep Joining BRICS, Even When They Disagree. Leaders of emerging economies meet in New Delhi this weekend, but global conflicts and soaring energy prices threaten to undermine unity.
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The Independent (outlet profile)
New Delhi residents face traffic chaos as India prepares to host BRICS summit. As India’s capital prepares to host a summit of the BRICS grouping of countries this weekend, parts of one of the world’s busiest urban cent…
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Al Jazeera (outlet profile)
BRICS red carpet sparks anger in India’s capital. New Delhi is rolling out the red carpet for BRICS, but blocked roads, evictions and restrictions have caused anger.
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The Hindu (outlet profile)
18th BRICS Summit 2026: Who are the world leaders attending in New Delhi, India’s role, and more. World leaders are set to converge in New Delhi on September 12-13 for the 18th BRICS Summit, where India will assume the…
Factual core
- The BRICS summit is taking place in New Delhi, India.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for the BRICS summit in New Delhi.
- Xi Jinping's visit to India is his first in close to seven years.
- The BRICS summit was shaped by wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.
- Deep mistrust remains between India and China.
- The BRICS summit was a test of the bloc's ability to maintain unity.