Letter.

 Letter Published in The Natioanal UAE on 18 Sep 26

Why need Brics

I write in reference to Vanessa Ghanem’s article Brics summit ends with push for global peace and greater co-operation (September 13): the recent summit in New Delhi and India’s emphasis on strengthening the bloc’s influence in global affairs are both significant and truly needed at this hour. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the importance of greater co-operation and a stronger voice for the Global South in shaping global affairs. At a time when conflicts, tensions and humanitarian crises are affecting different parts of the world, the need for dialogue, diplomacy and international co-operation has never been greater. The continuing crisis in the Middle East is a particularly serious concern, and the Brics leaders’ call for maximum restraint and peaceful efforts is an important message. India’s insistence on strengthening Brics as a platform for co-operation, rather than confrontation, deserves attention. A stronger and more representative voice for developing countries can contribute to greater understanding, solidarity and balanced international co-operation. The world needs more dialogue and less division. At this critical juncture, collective efforts towards global peace, stability and human solidarity are more than desirable. They are essential. – K Ragavan, Bengaluru