Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit [2] in September 2026 [1].
The visit underscores the continuing diplomatic ties between Moscow and New Delhi while India holds the chair of the BRICS grouping for the year. This high-level engagement occurs as the bloc seeks to coordinate economic and political strategies among its member states.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed the president's attendance. "Putin will definitely take part in the BRICS summit in India later this year," Peskov said [1]. The confirmation follows reports that India is preparing to host the head-of-state participants for the multilateral gathering.
According to reports, the visit is scheduled for Sept. 12-13, 2026 [1]. The summit serves as a primary venue for the member nations to discuss global governance and regional security, topics that have remained central to the BRICS agenda.
Putin is expected to participate as a head-of-state participant during the proceedings. The 18th edition of the summit [2] will be hosted in New Delhi, marking a significant diplomatic event for the Indian government as it manages the chairship of the organization.
While the specific agenda for the September meetings has not been fully released, the confirmation of the Russian leader's presence signals a commitment to the bloc's cohesion. The event will bring together leaders from the five original members and their expanded partners to negotiate trade, and political frameworks.
“"Putin will definitely take part in the BRICS summit in India later this year,"”
Putin's confirmed attendance at the 18th BRICS Summit reinforces the strategic partnership between Russia and India. By hosting the Russian president, India demonstrates its role as a diplomatic bridge and its commitment to the BRICS framework, which aims to provide an alternative to Western-led global institutions.
