BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs have expressed their concern about ongoing conflicts in many parts of the world and reiterated their commitment to the peaceful resolution of disputes through diplomacy, inclusive dialogue and consultations. 

 

 

The BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs/International Relations met in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia yesterday and exchanged views on major global and regional trends and issues.

 

 

In a joint statement, the Ministers reiterated the need for full respect of international humanitarian law in conflict situations and the provision of humanitarian aid in accordance with the basic principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.

 

 

The Ministers expressed grave concern at the deterioration of the situation in the occupied Palestinian Territory, in particular the unprecedented escalation of violence in the Gaza Strip as a result of the Israeli military operation. 

 

 

They called for the effective implementation of the relevant UNGA resolutions and UNSC resolution 2720 and for the immediate safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance at scale directly to the Palestinian civilian population throughout the Gaza Strip. 

 

 

They equally called for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages and civilians who are being illegally held captive.

 

 

The ministers also expressed serious concern with the ongoing deterioration of the security, humanitarian, political and economic situation in Haiti. 

 

 

They stressed that the current crisis requires a Haitian-led solution that encompasses national dialogue and consensus-building among local political forces, institutions and the society. 

 

 

The ministers also underscored the importance of the enhanced use of local currencies in trade and financial transactions between the BRICS countries.