India on Thursday called for stronger international cooperation and a more resilient BRICS counter-terrorism framework to address growing global security threats, including cross-border terrorism, radicalisation and the misuse of emerging technologies by terror groups.

Speaking at the 11th Annual BRICS Counter Terrorism Working Group (CTWG) Meeting in New Delhi, Sibi George stressed the need for coordinated global efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

In his keynote address, the senior diplomat highlighted India’s concerns regarding evolving terror financing mechanisms, online radicalisation and the increasing use of advanced technologies by extremist organisations. He called for a “robust collaborative approach” based on zero tolerance toward terrorism.

George also emphasized strengthening the existing global counter-terrorism architecture through sustained international cooperation and collective action among nations. He urged BRICS member countries to make the Counter Terrorism Working Group more “resilient, future-ready, innovative, inclusive and outcome-oriented” in response to changing security challenges.

Reaffirming India’s commitment to global peace and security, George said New Delhi remains dedicated to deepening cooperation with BRICS nations to build a safer and terror-free world.

India will assume the BRICS chairmanship in 2026 under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The theme reflects a people-centric and humanity-first approach articulated by Narendra Modi during the 17th BRICS Summit held in Rio de Janeiro in 2025.

BRICS, originally formed as BRIC through cooperation between Brazil, Russia, India and China, was formally established during a meeting of foreign ministers on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York in 2006. The group expanded to BRICS after the inclusion of South Africa in 2010.

The bloc has expanded significantly in recent years. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates became full BRICS members in January 2024, followed by Indonesia in 2025. Several additional nations, including Belarus, Bolivia, Malaysia, Nigeria and Vietnam, joined as BRICS partner countries.

India’s latest remarks come amid increasing global concerns over terrorism, geopolitical instability and the growing sophistication of extremist networks operating across borders and digital platforms.