India Takes Part in 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting Held in Brasília, Brazil. International | Dated: 29 May 2025 In May 2025, India participated in the 9th BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) Industry Ministers' Meeting, held under the chairship of Brazil at the Itamaraty Palace in Brasília, Brazil. 🎯 Key Highlights: - Theme: "Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance" - During the meeting, BRICS member countries adopted a Joint Declaration, reaffirming their collective commitment to fostering an open, fair, and resilient international environment, strengthening the multilateral system, and enhancing economic and social resilience amid ongoing global transformations. 💡 Other Important Facts: (i) A key highlight of the meeting was the formal presentation of the BRICS Startup Knowledge Hub, which was previously launched on January 31, 2025, under the BRICS Start-Up Forum. (ii) This first-of-its-kind platform aims to foster cross-border collaboration, share policy insights, and promote mutual learning among the startup ecosystems of BRICS nations. 📚 Test Your Knowledge: Recently, which country hosted the 9th BRICS Industry Ministers’ Meeting attended by India? Correct Answer: Brazil 🚀 Quick Recap: About Brazil President: Lula da Silva Capital: Brasília