BRICS Youth Ministers’ Meeting 2026 Concludes in Visakhapatnam; Joint Statement Adopted

The BRICS Youth Ministers’ Meeting 2026 concluded in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, following related events in Gandhinagar. Presided over by India's Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, the meeting brought together youth representatives, policymakers, and delegations from BRICS member and partner countries. A key outcome was the adoption of a Joint Statement focusing on areas like education, skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, volunteering, health, environment, and youth inclusion. Discussions emphasized transitioning from youth participation to active partnership and co-creation. The event featured bilateral meetings with South Africa and the UAE, a plantation drive, and a cultural visit to the Totlakonda Buddhist Monastery.