The BRICS nations have expressed deep concern over West Asia tensions, urged peace, condemned unilateral coercive measures, and emphasized climate change action. They also called for zero tolerance for terrorism and double standards in countering it.
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in New Delhi with a unanimously adopted joint declaration. The member countries – Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, the Russian Federation, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates – expressed deep concern over the continued escalation of tensions in West Asia and called for exercising maximum restraint, as well as avoiding actions that could further aggravate the situation. The nations urged to ensure the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure in accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations in their entirety and interconnectedness, including respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the States. BRICS member countries encourage increasing efforts, through dialogue and diplomacy, towards a long-term understanding that will contribute to lasting peace, security, and stability in the region. The also stressed on the need to work together to maintain smooth flow of global trade, supply chains, and energy, in accordance with applicable international law. They have condemned the imposition of unilateral coercive measures that are contrary to international law, and reiterate that such measures in the form of unilateral economic sanctions and secondary sanctions, have far reaching negative implications. BRICS Member Nations have also reaffirmed their commitment to reforming global governance by promoting a more just, equitable, democratic, and accountable international and multilateral system in the spirit of extensive consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits. They acknowledged that multipolarity and multilateralism can expand opportunities for Emerging Markets and Developing Countries to realize their potential. The member nations highlighted the importance of the Global South as a driver for positive change and reaffirmed the role of BRICS in voicing its concerns and priorities, including through voluntary development cooperation and capacity-building. The BRICS nations have expressed strong condemnation of any acts of terrorism as criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation, whenever, and by whomsoever committed. BRICS nations have condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22nd of April in 2025, during which 26 people were killed and many more injured. The member countries reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorism financing, and safe havens. They reiterated that terrorism should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization, or ethnic group, and that all those involved in terrorist activities and their support must be held accountable and brought to justice. BRICS nations have urged to ensure zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism. Recognising the urgency of addressing climate change, the BRICS member countries called for intensifying efforts, through dialogue and international cooperation, to implement nationally determined contributions (NDCs), strengthen mitigation and adaptation efforts, and promote just transition pathways.
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