BRICS Summit: PM Modi warns against weaponisation of technology, critical minerals
At the BRICS summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against the weaponization of technology and critical minerals. He emphasized the need for global cooperation to address geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions.
Why it matters
Modi's comments reflect growing concerns among emerging economies regarding the use of economic and technological dependencies as tools of geopolitical leverage.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday (September 13, 2026) that increasing geopolitical tensions are adversely impacting ordinary lives globally, emphasising that BRICS must unite to address these challenges and drive inclusive growth, particularly across the Global South.
In an address at the BRICS summit, the Prime Minister also flagged serious concerns over the "weaponisation of technology and critical minerals", saying it could hinder shared progress and prosperity.
Mr. Modi made the remarks in the presence of top leaders of the grouping, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.
"Under India's presidency, we have focused our efforts on four pillars: resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. I am pleased that, with your cooperation and support, we have been able to transform our shared vision into a win-win situation," Mr. Modi said.
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