What happened?
On 6 July 2025, BRICS leaders condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people. The condemnation came during the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The bloc called for zero tolerance towards terrorism, denounced double standards, and reaffirmed the importance of combating cross-border terror and financing. The “Rio de Janeiro Declaration” addressed terrorism, trade protectionism, UN reforms, and condemned recent military strikes against Iran.
Why it matters to India
The BRICS condemnation strengthens India’s diplomatic stance against cross-border terrorism, especially with repeated attacks in Jammu and Kashmir. Endorsement from the enlarged BRICS group bolsters India’s narrative of zero tolerance for terrorism and pushes back against selective global approaches. The declaration’s focus on terror financing, use of cryptocurrencies, and state accountability aligns closely with India’s core demands at international forums. It also affirms India’s call for faster adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism at the UN.