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Modi cautions against weaponisation of technology and critical minerals at BRICS summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the concluding session of the BRICS summit, highlighting the global impact of geopolitical tensions.

The Business Standard ยท 13 September 2026, 1:30 PM

Speaking on the final day of the BRICS summit held at Bharat Mandapam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a warning regarding the weaponisation of technology and critical minerals. He emphasized that rising geopolitical tensions are negatively affecting the lives of ordinary people across the globe. Modi urged the BRICS nations to unite in addressing these pressing challenges and to foster inclusive growth, with a specific focus on the needs of the Global South.