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BRICS Parliamentary forum ends with call for inclusive world order; China to take over chairmanship in 2027

New Delhi, Oct 27 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday called for a more inclusive, balanced and equitable world order, asserting that dialogue, peace and cooperation offered more durable solutions to global challenges than conflict and confrontation, as the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of a joint statement and the handover of the forum’s chairmanship to China for 2027.
Addressing the concluding session of the two-day forum at the historic Samvidhan Sadan in the Parliament House Complex, Birla said that although participating countries differed in their views, circumstances and challenges, they shared a common commitment to human welfare, peace and prosperity.
He described this shared commitment as BRICS’ greatest strength and expressed confidence that the deliberations would translate into tangible benefits for people across member and partner countries.
“India has always believed that lasting solutions to the world's problems lie not in conflict, but in dialogue; not in war, but in peace; and not so much in competition as in cooperation,” Birla said, stressing the need for nations to respect one another’s sovereignty, settle international disputes peacefully and ensure that development opportunities were accessible to all.
The adoption of the joint statement was a key outcome of the forum, reaffirming the participating countries’ commitment to people-centric development, parliamentary cooperation and a sustainable future. The declaration underlined the principles of the United Nations Charter, sovereign equality, mutual respect, non-interference in internal affairs and the peaceful settlement of international disputes.

It also strongly condemned all acts of terrorism and called for coordinated and concrete action against terrorists and terrorist organisations designated by the United Nations. The statement further emphasised parliamentary cooperation, the responsible use of digital technologies and the need to build a more inclusive and representative international order.
Birla said the world was confronting serious challenges, including armed conflicts, regional instability and economic uncertainty, making dialogue, mutual trust and cooperation more important than ever.
Genuine peace, he argued, required more than the absence of conflict; it meant ensuring security, dignity, justice and the prospect of a better future for everyone.
He said younger generations expected political leaders and institutions to create a safer, more peaceful and prosperous world, adding that future generations would judge the present leadership by its success in laying the foundations for such a future.
Countries, he said, must address immediate challenges without losing sight of their long-term responsibilities.
Emphasising the role of legislatures in democratic governance, the Speaker described parliaments as institutions that give expression to the hopes and aspirations of the people.
Beyond their legislative functions, they serve as platforms for dialogue, consensus-building and accountability, while playing a crucial role in maintaining public confidence in democratic institutions.
Despite differences in their parliamentary systems, BRICS countries shared the responsibility of protecting citizens’ interests and earning their trust, Birla said.
Their legislatures, he added, needed to become more effective, transparent and people-centric in response to changing circumstances and rising public expectations.
The growing influence of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on governance and parliamentary functioning also featured prominently in his address.
Birla said the responsible use of technology could modernise legislative procedures, encourage greater citizen participation and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of parliamentary institutions.
However, technology must remain a means of improving human life rather than an end in itself, he cautioned. Its development and application should be guided by human values, ethical principles, transparency and accountability, with human welfare remaining the ultimate objective.
Parliaments could contribute to this effort by exchanging experiences and sharing best practices on the responsible use of emerging technologies.
The emphasis on digital transformation built on discussions during the forum on making legislative institutions more accessible, efficient and transparent. India’s initiatives, including Digital Sansad and the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA), demonstrate how technology can facilitate legislative work and improve public access to parliamentary proceedings and information.
Multilingual digital services and interpretation facilities can further promote inclusion in linguistically diverse societies.
Birla said BRICS brought together countries with diverse geographical, cultural and developmental backgrounds, creating significant opportunities for cooperation. Its success, he stressed, should be measured not merely by the progress of its participating countries but also by the positive contribution it could make to the wider international community.

He called for the aspirations of the Global South to receive greater recognition in international decision-making, arguing that a more inclusive, balanced and just world order required stronger representation of developing countries and their concerns.
BRICS could play an important role in advancing this objective, he said, emphasising that the grouping should not position itself against any country or bloc but should seek progress by taking everyone along.
The forum’s deliberations took place against the backdrop of continuing international conflicts, economic uncertainties and growing demands for reforms in global governance.
The emphasis on sovereignty, peaceful dispute resolution, counterterrorism and inclusiveness reflected the participating legislatures’ shared interest in strengthening cooperation while addressing challenges confronting the wider international community.
Thanking the presiding officers of the parliaments of BRICS member and partner countries, their delegations and other participants, Birla said the two-day discussions had provided an opportunity to exchange views, suggestions, concerns and commitments.
The deliberations, he added, had addressed not only current challenges but also opened up new possibilities for future cooperation.
With the conclusion of the New Delhi meeting, the chairmanship of the BRICS Parliamentary Forum was handed over to China for 2027.
Congratulating China on assuming the responsibility, Birla expressed confidence that parliamentary engagement and cooperation among the participating countries would continue to strengthen under its leadership.
The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum was held in New Delhi on October 26 and 27 under India’s 2026 BRICS presidency, guided by the broader theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”.
The theme underscored the importance of collective action in tackling shared challenges and advancing sustainable development.
Wrapping up his address, Birla said that although the meeting had ended, the collective journey of the participating countries would continue. He called for the message from New Delhi to be one of sustained dialogue, stronger mutual trust and cooperation that delivered concrete results.
He expressed the hope that the discussions and commitments made during the forum would bring positive changes to people’s lives and urged participating parliaments to remain strong voices for peace, cooperation and prosperity. He also thanked the visiting delegations for their active participation and expressed the hope that their stay in India had been pleasant.
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