Marcos Jr. attending BRICS summit in India

MANILA, Philippines —  President Marcos will visit New Delhi, India from Sept. 12 to 13 to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit.

The President was invited by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his capacity as this year’s chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), according to Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) spokesperson Analyn Ratonel.

Ratonel said the Chief Executive will have the opportunity to explain the Philippines’ key priorities as ASEAN chair to BRICS members. These priorities center on peace and security, people empowerment and prosperity.

BRICS was established as a grouping of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa and has since expanded to include other major emerging economies. The group serves as a platform for cooperation on economic, political and development issues.

“Building a dialogue between ASEAN, led by the Philippines, and BRICS, led by India, could create significant geopolitical and economic support. Creating synergies with the priorities of ASEAN and BRICS can lead to economic opportunities, trade diversification, regional security and support for climate resilience,” Ratonel said.

“Through this visit, the President seeks to ensure that our modern partnerships remain open, resilient and capable of delivering prosperity to our people,” she said.
BRICS economies account for a significant share of global economic output and trade and nearly half of the world’s population, the DFA official noted.

This year’s summit carries the theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” focusing on global economic uncertainties, digital public infrastructure, innovation and collective climate action.

On the sidelines of the summit, Marcos is scheduled to meet with Modi to discuss progress on the Philippines-India Strategic Partnership and review implementation of the five-year Plan of Action for 2025 to 2029.

The two leaders are also expected to exchange views on economic issues affecting their respective countries and peoples.

The President will also meet with Indian business leaders.

The goal, Ratonel said, is to follow up on the pledges and commitments made by Indian companies last year.
During Marcos’ visit to India in August 2025, Indian companies made investment pledges worth $5.8 billion covering various sectors.