LN24 International Senior Correspondent Yvonne Katsande reports live from Delhi, India, bringing the latest from the 2026 BRICS Summit as leaders turn their attention to trade, investment, innovation and the growing role of smaller economies in the global economic landscape.

As the expanded BRICS grouping meets in New Delhi, discussions are focusing on how emerging and developing economies can strengthen economic cooperation, improve trade and investment opportunities, and build greater resilience in a changing global economy.

For smaller economies, the BRICS platform could offer opportunities to access new markets, attract investment, strengthen partnerships in technology and infrastructure, and gain a greater voice in discussions shaping the international economic system.

The 2026 summit is also considering initiatives around startups, digital innovation and supply-chain cooperation, areas that could create new avenues for smaller economies to participate in regional and global growth.

As discussions at the summit turn to the role of small and emerging economies, Yvonne brings you a closer look at the conversations taking place in Delhi and what they could mean for countries seeking greater opportunities in trade, investment and global economic cooperation.

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Reporting directly from New Delhi, Yvonne Katsande examines the opportunities BRICS could present for smaller economies seeking to expand their markets, attract investment and strengthen their influence on the global stage.

What opportunities could BRICS present for smaller economies?

Stay with LN24 International for continuing reports, analysis and updates directly from Delhi as the BRICS Summit 2026 unfolds.