BRICS NSAs Meet in New Delhi to Review Counter-terror Cooperation Strategies
BRICS National Security Advisers gathered in New Delhi for a two-day summit to address non-traditional security threats. Chaired by Ajit Doval, the talks focus on enhancing counter-terror cooperation and technology-driven security ahead of the upcoming BRICS Leaders’ Summit in India.
Highlights
- •BRICS NSAs met in New Delhi to discuss non-traditional security challenges.
- •The meeting was chaired by India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval.
- •A key focus is strengthening international counter-terror cooperation among the 11-member bloc.
- •Discussions serve as a strategic preparation for the upcoming BRICS Leaders' Summit in India.
In a significant move to strengthen international collaboration, BRICS National Security Advisers (NSAs) have convened in New Delhi for a crucial two-day summit. Chaired by India's NSA Ajit Doval, the meeting, which commenced this Monday, is dedicated to reviewing and enhancing counter-terror cooperation among the member nations.
The primary focus of this high-level assembly is the theme, “Non-traditional security challenges confronting the world today.” As global security landscapes shift, the participating nations are engaged in deep deliberations regarding evolving national security concerns. A vital component of these discussions involves assessing the impact of emerging technologies and their potential roles in either mitigating or intensifying modern threats.
Strengthening Counter-terror Cooperation and Global Security
The BRICS gathering serves as a preparatory platform ahead of the upcoming Leaders’ Summit, which is slated to be hosted by India in New Delhi this September. By aligning their strategies now, the member states aim to present a unified front on pressing security matters. Officials noted that the NSAs and heads of delegations are rigorously reviewing the outcomes from recent BRICS Joint Working Group sessions, which specifically targeted counter-terror cooperation and the maintenance of security within the digital realm of information and communication technologies.
The expanded BRICS alliance has grown significantly over the past two years, now encompassing 11 countries. The original members—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—have been joined by Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. While Saudi Arabia remains part of this expanded group, its current level of participation is limited. The collaborative efforts demonstrated during this meeting underscore the bloc's commitment to addressing complex geopolitical and security challenges through structured dialogue and shared intelligence, fostering a more resilient security framework across the member nations.
