The 16th BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting was held in New Delhi today where the NSAs and Heads of Delegation from BRICS member countries exchanged views on security challenges confronting the world. In the non-traditional realm, they deliberated on challenges related to energy security, food security, supply chain security, emerging technologies utilized by terrorist networks, cyber security and climate-induced instability.

External Affairs Ministry said in a statement that the NSAs also reviewed the activities and outcomes of the BRICS Joint Working Groups on Counter-Terrorism held on 21nd and 22nd of May, and on Security in the use of Information and Communication Technologies held on 8th and 9th June. The leaders extended support to enhancing further BRICS cooperation, particularly on strengthening the capacities of members, enhancing information sharing, and coordinating amongst BRICS law enforcement agencies to counter terrorism and cyber risks in a collective manner. They reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including through countering the use of new technologies being utilized by them.

The NSAs expressed their full support for India’s BRICS Chairmanship in 2026 under the theme ‘Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability. After the conclusion of the meeting, they had a joint call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.