India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval chaired the 16th [1] BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting in New Delhi on June 23, 2026 [2].
The summit serves as a critical coordination point for the BRICS coalition to address geopolitical uncertainties and emerging threats that bypass traditional military boundaries.
Speaking on the second day [3] of the meeting, Doval said the rise of non-traditional security challenges is a concern. He specifically flagged the evolution of terrorism and the impact of disruptive technologies on global stability [4]. The discussions focused on how these elements create new vulnerabilities for member states.
Cyber attacks were also a primary point of concern during the sessions. Doval and other leaders said there is a need for a unified approach to counter digital threats and the misuse of advanced technology [4]. The meeting aimed to strengthen the coalition's role in mitigating these risks through shared intelligence and strategic cooperation.
By bringing together the security chiefs of the BRICS nations, the event sought to establish a framework for dealing with threats that do not originate from state actors. Doval said it is important to adapt security strategies to meet these evolving challenges [4].
The gathering in New Delhi underscores India's current role in leading security dialogues among the bloc's members. The 16th [1] edition of the meeting focused on ensuring that the coalition remains resilient against both conventional and non-conventional disruptions to peace [4].
“Doval specifically flagged the evolution of terrorism and the impact of disruptive technologies on global stability.”
This meeting signals a shift in BRICS priorities toward 'non-traditional' security, acknowledging that cyber warfare and disruptive tech are now as significant as territorial disputes. By leading this dialogue, India is positioning itself as a central coordinator for security architecture among emerging economies, attempting to create a multilateral defense against borderless threats like terrorism.
