Key Priorities for BRICS Climate Cooperation Highlighted at Indian-hosted Summit

India has identified several priority areas for the BRICS Environmental Working Group, including promotion of sustainable lifestyles, large‑scale afforestation, forest‑fire management, disaster response capacity, circular economy initiatives and climate adaptation measures. By linking environmental protection with sustainable development and climate resilience, the Indian host hopes to stimulate the exchange of policies, technologies, experiences and best practices among the BRICS nations. The summit is expected to reinforce collaborative mechanisms that address pollution, biodiversity loss and global warming, positioning the BRICS bloc as a proactive force in tackling global ecological challenges.