National Security Advisers (NSAs) and senior security officials from BRICS nations called for stronger cooperation to address a widening range of global security challenges, including terrorism and cyber threats, during a high-level meeting hosted by India in the national capital. The 16th BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting, held under India’s chairship of the grouping, led by India’s NSA Ajit Doval, brought together top security representatives from member countries to discuss both traditional and emerging threats confronting the international community.

According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the discussions focused on evolving security risks that increasingly transcend national borders. Delegates exchanged views on issues ranging from energy and food security to climate-related instability and the misuse of emerging technologies by terrorist organisations. External Affairs Ministry said in a statement that the NSAs also reviewed the activities and outcomes of the BRICS Joint Working Groups on Counter-Terrorism, held on 21st and 22nd of May, and on Security in the use of Information and Communication Technologies held on 8th and 9th June.

The leaders extended support to enhancing further BRICS cooperation, particularly on strengthening the capacities of members, enhancing information sharing, and coordinating amongst BRICS law enforcement agencies to counter terrorism and cyber risks in a collective manner. They reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including through countering the use of new technologies being utilized by them.

The NSAs expressed their full support to India’s BRICS Chairmanship in 2026 under the theme: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability. After the conclusion of the meeting, they had a joint call-on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.