BRICS Must Stand Up for the Multilateral Trading System, Urges Jaishankar Amid 50% Tariffs Imposed by Trump on India

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed the crucial role of BRICS in safeguarding the multilateral trading system amidst a backdrop of increasing protectionism and tariff fluctuations. During a meeting of the bloc’s foreign ministers held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Jaishankar highlighted the significance of BRICS standing strong as a voice of reason and positive transformation during periods of multilateralism challenges. ‘When multilateralism is under stress, BRICS has stood firm as a strong voice of reason and constructive change,’ Jaishankar stated in a social media post, underscoring the need for the bloc to uphold the principles of fair trade and collaboration. Amid the imposition of 50% tariffs on India by the United States under President Trump, Jaishankar’s call for BRICS to defend the multilateral trading system takes on added urgency, emphasizing the importance of unity among the member nations in promoting global trade stability.