Summit 2026

• India hosted the BRICS Summit in New Delhi to advance Global South representation and institutional reform. • The summit focused on multi-aligned diplomacy and signaled a managed normalization of relations between India and China. • The event indicates a shift toward a multipolar architecture where developing nations use collective bargaining power to advance their developmental interests.

• The 18th BRICS Summit concluded in New Delhi on Sunday, where South African President Cyril Ramaphosa praised India's leadership as the group's chair. • Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed 10 specific measures intended to serve as a reform roadmap for the organization. • The summit's final declaration seeks to establish a common diplomatic approach to peaceful dispute resolution among members currently affected by geopolitical tensions.

• The 11-nation BRICS bloc concluded its 2026 summit without condemning the US-Israel war on Iran. • India worked behind the scenes to secure a final declaration by mediating between the UAE and Iran, who are on opposite sides of the conflict. • The lack of a strong stance on the war highlights deep strategic divisions and clashing interests among the members of the non-Western grouping.

• Journalist Vinod Sharma and expert Santosh Pai recently advocated for India to improve its diplomatic ties with China ahead of the 2026 BRICS summit in Delhi. • Santosh Pai detailed this perspective in an article titled ‘Neighbours with benefits’ to argue for a more cooperative relationship. • Better relations between these two nations would stabilize regional security and economic cooperation for the broader Asian market.

• BRICS member countries reached a consensus on the New Delhi Declaration during India's chairship of the grouping. • The joint statement condemns international aggression without naming specific countries and emphasizes dialogue and diplomacy as the primary tools for resolving disputes. • The agreement reflects India's role in bridging differences between Iran and the UAE to secure energy supplies and trade routes in West Asia.

• Chinese President Xi Jinping traveled to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit hosted by India under its 2026 chairship. • The summit includes leaders from 11 member nations, including Brazil, China, India, Russia, and South Africa, alongside 10 partner countries. • The gathering allows global leaders to exchange views on regional developments and conduct high-level talks between President Xi and Prime Minister Modi.

• India will host the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026. • The event will test whether the expanded and more diverse group of nations can effectively wield its political influence. • The summit represents a balancing act for India as it manages relationships between China, Russia, and Western powers.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin will meet in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit 2026 to address economic and geopolitical challenges. • Prime Minister Modi specifically called for lasting peace in West Asia and emphasized the safety of seafarers. • The summit aims to boost cooperation among emerging economies and advance the interests of the Global South to counter trade tensions and energy security concerns.

• World leaders will gather in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, for the 18th BRICS Summit to discuss cooperation and sustainability. • India will serve as the Chair of the summit, taking responsibility for facilitating discussions and coordinating negotiations among member nations. • The event occurs during a period of high geopolitical tension and conflict in regions including Iran and Ukraine.

• Globe Teleservices hosted the Asia Innovation Summit 2026 in Singapore on August 20 to discuss AI and connectivity. • The event brought together more than 50 industry leaders representing over 30 companies from mobile network operators and technology providers. • The summit allows telecom providers and enterprise ecosystems to coordinate on next-generation solutions like anti-fraud and cloud services.

• The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2026 took place in Bishkek from August 31 to September 1, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the organization. • Discussions focused on regional cooperation, security, trade, energy, and connectivity, while addressing major geopolitical issues including the Russia-Ukraine war. • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the summit and held separate bilateral meetings with the leaders of Russia, Iran, Armenia, and the Kyrgyz Republic.

• At the 2026 SCO Summit, member states issued the Bishkek Declaration, which explicitly rejects unilateral sanctions and the application of "double standards" regarding global terrorism. • The declaration supports a negotiated two-state solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict, though it contains less detailed language on Gaza's humanitarian crisis and ceasefires compared to the 2025 Tianjin declaration. • Prime Minister Narendra Modi utilized the summit to advance India's core strategic priority of combating cross-border terrorism within the region.

• India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is scheduled to meet with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. • This high-level diplomatic engagement follows the previous year's Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit and aims to address ongoing bilateral tensions. • The meeting is significant as it represents a critical effort to stabilize relations and manage security concerns between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.

• TFN has released a comprehensive calendar of must-attend European tech events for the remainder of 2026, featuring major gatherings like Web Summit and Slush. • The guide provides detailed context on each event, focusing on the tangible outcomes and historical successes that have emerged from these conferences. • These events are highlighted as critical hubs for networking, where informal conversations in corridors and coffee queues often catalyze future funding rounds.

• The 2026 Liberia Technology Summit concluded on Wednesday, July 22, featuring the National Startup World Cup pitch competition. • Lantern, a Liberian cybersecurity and software engineering research firm led by Jentzen, emerged as the historic winner of the competition. • The victory highlights Lantern's commitment to achieving technological sovereignty and fostering youth empowerment within Liberia.

• NATO Heads of State and Government convened at the Presidential Complex in Ankara on July 7–8, 2026, for a two-day summit. • Pro-government media outlets have framed the event as a major diplomatic victory, emphasizing President Erdoğan’s leadership and Türkiye's rising global influence. • The summit is being characterized as a historic milestone that positions Ankara as a central hub for global diplomacy and geopolitical strategy.

• NATO leaders are convening in Ankara for the 2026 Summit to address critical security challenges and the alliance's future strategic direction. • Key priorities include securing continued U.S. commitment despite skepticism from Donald Trump and urging European nations to increase their own security roles and defense spending. • The alliance is focused on ramping up military production to meet urgent demands, specifically to support Ukraine against the persistent threat posed by Russia.

• World leaders have gathered in Evian-les-Bains, France, for the 2026 G7 summit to address critical global challenges. • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and is scheduled to hold discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump today. • European leaders aim to persuade Trump to sustain sanctions and military aid to Kyiv while establishing a diplomatic framework between Europe, Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S.

• The APOS 2026 media summit has commenced, bringing together top executives from global streaming giants including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and HBO Max. • Key agenda items include the impact of AI on human creativity, featuring insights from Andy Serkis, and the economic viability of the emerging microdrama format. • The event will focus heavily on the Indian media landscape, specifically the operations of industry giant JioStar and startups aiming to reduce production costs and timelines.

• Minister Jitin Prasada emphasized technology self-reliance and innovation-led growth during the STPI's 35th Foundation Day, identifying AI, semiconductors, and startups as critical pillars for the "Viksit Bharat@2047" vision. • STPI signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Wadhwani Foundation to strengthen skill development, entrepreneurship, and innovation initiatives across the country. • The event marked the launch of Sayuj, an AI-powered mobile application created to unify the startup ecosystem by connecting innovators, mentors, and incubators on a single digital platform.

• Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) celebrated its 35th Foundation Day by hosting the Tech Summit 2026 to promote national technology growth. • The event featured the launch of the Sayuj AI platform and several new startup initiatives designed to accelerate innovation and support SMEs. • This initiative matters as it aims to strengthen India's emerging technology ecosystems and position the country as a global leader in world-class tech solutions.

• Nexus Luxembourg 2026 announced a speaker lineup of **150+ leaders** across AI, tech, finance, and governance. • The event is scheduled for **June 10-11** at **LuxExpo The Box**. • While not a product launch or funding event, the lineup shows continued global momentum around AI policy and enterprise technology gatherings.

• The European AI & Cloud Summit 2026 showcased EU-funded innovations focusing on artificial intelligence and cloud technology integration. • Two primary initiatives, ACHIEVE and EMAI4EU, were highlighted to demonstrate Europe's investment in technological capabilities and digital skills development. • The ACHIEVE project specifically targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and public sector organizations, providing training and technical support in cybersecurity, AI, and cloud computing.

• Industry leaders and experts at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Friday described AI as an infrastructure shift rather than a mere technology upgrade, with infrastructure determining future power dynamics. • The summit highlighted India's positioning at a critical AI inflection point amid rapid infrastructure transformations in computing and data capabilities. • Participants emphasized that this shift positions India to leverage AI for economic and strategic advantages in the global landscape.

• Consul General Pratik Mathur stated in Caixin Global that India is emerging as a global AI system-builder, showcased at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. • IndiaAI initiative forms a full-stack ecosystem including compute, data, models, skills, startups, and governance, beyond typical R&D grants. • A nationally accessible GPU backbone democratizes AI development, preventing monopolization by large firms.

• PRSA launched FutureCon 2026, a one-day summit on May 14 at New York’s Edison Ballroom, focusing on AI, media disruption, and evolving stakeholder expectations in PR and corporate communications. • Sponsored by Agility PR Solutions, sessions include 'Earned Media in the Social Media Era' by Elsa Rainey and Jocelyn Ocampo of GPS Influence, and agency adaptations led by Zeno Group's Barby K. Siegel. • The event equips communications professionals with strategies for AI-powered search, data-driven environments, and creator-led platforms amid industry transformation.