‘We Value BRICS Cooperation, Support India In Hosting A Successful Summit’: China Ahead Of Modi-Xi Meet

Last Updated:September 11, 2026, 2:40 PM IST

Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong affirmed China’s support for India in hosting a successful BRICS Summit this year

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping (AP via PMO)

Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong on Friday affirmed China’s support for India in hosting “a successful BRICS Summit” this year, stressing that Beijing values cooperation with allies of the grouping.

His statement came a day before a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit.

Resharing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s post, Xu wrote on X: “China values BRICS cooperation and supports India in hosting a successful BRICS Summit this year”.

On Thursday, PM Narendra Modi wrote on X: “All set for BRICS 2026!” while also sharing a detailed video featuring the Bharat Mandapam Convention centre in New Delhi, where the summit will be held.

Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy in India, also affirmed Beijing’s support for India.

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When and where is the 18th BRICS Summit being held?

The 18th BRICS Summit is scheduled to take place on September 12 and 13, 2026. The summit will be hosted by India at the Bharat Mandapam Convention centre in New Delhi.

What statement did the Chinese Ambassador to India make regarding the 2026 BRICS Summit?

Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong affirmed China’s support for India in hosting a successful BRICS Summit in 2026, stating that Beijing values cooperation with the allies of the grouping. He reshared Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s post on X to reiterate that China values BRICS cooperation and supports India’s hosting of the event.

Which countries are currently part of the expanded BRICS grouping?

BRICS originally comprised Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. The grouping expanded in 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE, with Indonesia joining in 2025. Saudi Arabia has also been included as a member following the expansion.

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