BRICS Forum in Delhi Backs UN Security Council Reform, Zero Tolerance for Terrorism

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in New Delhi on October 27, 2026, with the adoption of a joint declaration calling for comprehensive reform of the United Nations, including the UN Security Council, and stronger global cooperation against terrorism. The participating countries stressed the need for greater representation of developing nations in international decision-making and called for zero tolerance towards terrorism, including cross-border activities, terror financing and safe havens for terrorists.

BRICS Calls for UN Security Council Reform

The joint declaration backed reforms to make the United Nations and its Security Council more representative, democratic, effective and responsive to present-day global realities. It stressed that developing countries, particularly those from Africa, Asia and Latin America, should have a greater voice in global governance. The declaration reaffirmed the importance of multilateral cooperation and the principles of the UN Charter, including sovereign equality, mutual respect and the peaceful settlement of disputes.

Zero Tolerance Towards Terrorism

The participating parliaments called for coordinated action against cross-border terrorism, the financing of terrorist activities and the provision of safe havens to terrorist groups. The declaration emphasised that there should be no double standards in combating terrorism and that those involved in terrorist activities, as well as those supporting them, should be held accountable under applicable law. It also underlined the need for counter-terrorism efforts to comply with international legal obligations.

Pahalgam Attack Condemned

The joint declaration strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025. It reiterated that acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation or location. The statement also emphasised the importance of strengthening international cooperation to address terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

Technology, AI and Sustainable Development

The forum also discussed international cooperation, sustainable development, digital technologies and the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Participants highlighted the role of parliamentary cooperation in improving institutional effectiveness, sharing knowledge and addressing challenges faced by developing countries. The declaration also reaffirmed the broader BRICS commitment to cooperation across political, economic and people-to-people engagement.

China to Assume BRICS Chairship in 2027

India hosted the two-day parliamentary forum on October 26 and 27. At its conclusion, the chairship was handed over to China for 2027. The declaration reaffirmed the participating countries’ commitment to dialogue, peaceful cooperation and a more inclusive international order, while calling for stronger collective action on global security challenges.

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