Key Modi-Putin Meeting as Delhi Prepares for BRICS Summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Delhi ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026, setting the stage for a crucial meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The summit will also see Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit, which is being closely watched by experts and officials alike. Security arrangements have been intensified to ensure smooth proceedings.

Preparations and Security Measures

Delhi is gearing up for the BRICS Summit with heightened security protocols. Anti-drone systems have been installed at strategic locations, including routes around Indira Gandhi International and Palam airports, hotels, the event venue, and other sensitive areas. Additional Commissioner of Police Traffic Dinesh Kumar Gupta confirmed these measures aim to maintain close vigilance over the skies during the summit.

The summit’s security arrangements reflect the importance of the event, which brings together leaders from member countries and partner nations. The focus is on ensuring a secure environment for high-profile bilateral and multilateral discussions.

Diplomatic Engagements and Expectations

The meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin is a key highlight of the summit. Experts note that this encounter will be closely observed for its impact on bilateral relations and the broader geopolitical landscape. The summit also marks the anticipated visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping, whose presence adds significant diplomatic weight.

Officials have urged BRICS member and partner countries to link their payment systems and enhance trade cooperation. The summit is seen as a platform to move away from prolonged conflicts and towards peace, with calls for ending wars and building strategic partnerships. Analysts highlight the summit’s role in diversifying diplomatic options amid ongoing global tensions and economic challenges.

India’s strategic partnership with Russia remains special and privileged, despite external pressures. The United States’ attempts to influence India’s cooperation with Russia have been described as efforts India will resist. The summit underscores a collective pushback by non-Western nations against Western dominance, emphasizing economic pragmatism and supply-chain resilience.