- 2024: 10-11 June, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
- 2023: June 1, Cape Town, South Africa
- 2022: May 19, virtual (chaired by China)
- 2021: June 1, virtual (chaired by India)
- 2020: September 4, virtual (chaired by Russia)
- 2019: September 26, New York
- 2019: July 26, Rio de Janeiro
- 2018: September 27, New York
- 2018: June 4, Pretoria
- 2017: September 21, New York
- 2016: September 20, New York
- 2015: September 29, New York
- 2015: May 25, Moscow — Deputy Foreign Ministers
- 2014: September 25, New York
- 2014: March 24, The Hague
- 2013: September 26, New York
- 2012: September 26, New York
- 2011: November 24, Moscow, Russia
- 2011: September 23, New York
- 2010: September 21, New York
- 2009: September 24, New York
- 2009: May 16, Yekaterinburg
- 2008: September 25, New York
The BRICS Foreign Ministers met on September 26, 2012, in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The key topics of discussion included the escalating violence and deteriorating humanitarian situation in Syria. The ministers expressed deep concern over the increasing violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Syria. They called for an immediate and simultaneous ceasefire and the establishment of a political reconciliation process involving all segments of Syrian society, supported by the international community. The ministers reiterated their support for the work of the Joint UN-Arab League Special Representative, Lakhdar Brahimi, and the Joint Communiqué of the Geneva Action Group.
- ight to peaceful uses of nuclear energy
- Called for a diplomatic resolution to the issue through dialogue
- Emphasized the importance of avoiding military confrontation
3. Global Economic Situation
The BRICS countries addressed the global economic challenges, including:- The ongoing effects of the 2008 financial crisis
- The need for reform in international financial institutions
- Promotion of sustainable development and inclusive growth
4. UN Security Council Reform
The ministers reiterated their support for a comprehensive reform of the UN, including:- Expansion of the Security Council to make it more representative
- Improvement of working methods to enhance the Council’s effectiveness
5. Terrorism
The group condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, calling for:- Enhanced cooperation among nations to combat terrorist threats
- Implementation of the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy
Outcomes
While no formal declaration was issued, the meeting served to:- Align the BRICS countries’ positions on key global issues
- Strengthen cooperation among member states
- Prepare for the upcoming BRICS Summit in 2013 in South Africa
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