Diplomat Today – September 2026
Diplomat Today Describes: BRICS 2026 and the New Global South
The September 2026 issue of Diplomat Today arrives at a significant moment in the evolution of global diplomacy. As geopolitical realities shift and the Global South assumes a stronger voice, India continues to expand its role as a bridge-builder and a constructive force in international affairs.
Our Cover Story, “BRICS 2026: From Strategic Vision to Practical Outcomes,” by Ambassador Srikumar Menon, IFS (Retd.), examines the significance of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi and the grouping’s evolving role in shaping a more representative and multipolar global order.
This issue also explores the wider BRICS landscape, including China’s vision for the grouping and the strategic dynamics of Russia–India–China cooperation. Our bilateral coverage highlights India’s growing partnerships with Russia, Indonesia, Belgium, Liberia, Rwanda, Namibia, Mauritius and Vietnam, spanning trade, technology, defence, maritime security and development cooperation.
We also feature important perspectives on India’s engagement with Central Asia and the Global South, economic diplomacy, and the India–UAE food corridor. Professor Moni Madaswamy’s analysis of transformative agri-food and blue economy models for Sri Lanka adds an important dimension to the discussion on food security, rural livelihoods and sovereign resilience.
Our Country Dossier, “India–Armenia: A Partnership Rooted in Friendship, Driven by the Future,” explores the growing strategic, defence, technological and economic relationship between the two nations.
Through this issue, we remain committed to bringing our readers informed perspectives on the relationships, ideas and developments shaping our changing world.
We thank our contributors and readers for being part of the Diplomat Today journey. Read it now: Diplomat Today September 2026.
