Security was tightened around The LaLit New Delhi on Friday, where the South African delegation, headed by Cyril Ramaphosa, is staying ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.
Footage shows the hotel entrance, BRICS India 2026 signage and police officers stationed outside the building. Cars are seen moving through the area, while security personnel check vehicles at the entrance and officers monitor traffic near the hotel.
The two-day summit begins on Saturday under India’s 2026 BRICS chairship, with leaders set to discuss expanding trade and investment, strengthening financial and institutional cooperation and reforming the United Nations and international financial institutions.
South Africa has said it will push for greater trade and investment between BRICS members, industrialisation and value addition, as well as investment in African infrastructure linked to the African Continental Free Trade Area.
Ramaphosa is also due to take part in the BRICS Business Forum Leaders’ Dialogue, covering trade and supply chains, agriculture, women-led development, the digital economy and innovation.
Talks will also focus on unity within the expanded 11-member bloc and securing a stronger voice for the Global South in international decision-making.
Source: Viory
