Under the theme “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance” the Leaders of the BRICS countries, gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 6 to 7 July 2025, for the XVII BRICS Summit. This was followed by an extraordinary virtual BRICS Summit in September in response to the world economic destabilization promoted by Trump’s tariffs. It happens before the upcoming 2025 UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 30) - Belém, Brazil in November of this year.
Los 11 países miembros del bloque difundieron la Carta de Río de Janeiro, que reafirma su compromiso con la lucha contra la discriminación, la promoción de los derechos humanos y la inclusión en todos los ámbitos de la sociedad.
El texto dedica un capítulo a la defensa de la igualdad y condena de forma explícita todas las formas de prejuicio, como el racismo, la xenofobia, la intolerancia religiosa y los discursos de odio, además de advertir sobre los riesgos de la desinformación y el uso abusivo de la tecnología.
The following topics were discussed during the Summit and are further detailed in the final Declaration.
Strengthening Multilateralism and Reforming Global Governance
Promoting International Peace, Security and Stability
Deepening International Cooperation in Economy, Trade and Finance
Combating Climate Change and Promoting Sustainable, Fair and Inclusive Development
Partnerships for the Promotion of Human, Social and Cultural Development
“These initiatives reflect our joint efforts to promote inclusive and sustainable solutions to pressing global issues.” Statement by BRICS Leaders — Rio de Janeiro, July 06, 2025 — Ministry of Foreign Affairs