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2024 international relations conference June 2025 2024 BRICS summit 16th BRICS summit 16th BRICS Summit family photograph (2024).jpg BRICS 2024 Russian chairmanship logo.svg Russia 22–24 October 2024 Kazan United Nations Vladimir Putin, President of Russia 15th 17th https://brics-russia2024.ru yes The 2024 BRICS summit was the sixteenth annual BRICS summit, held in Kazan, Russia. It was the first BRICS summit to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates as members, following their accession to the organization at the 15th BRICS summit. Outcome The theme of the event was: “Strengthening Multilateralism for Fair Global Development and Security.”https://en.irna.ir/news/85637049/BRICS-summit-opens-in-Russia-s-Kazan-with-Iran-s-president-in BRICS summit opens in Russia's Kazan with Iran's president in attendance 23 October 2024 IRNA English UN Secretary-General António Guterres spoke about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and said: "We need peace in Ukraine. A just peace in line with the UN Charter, international law and UN General Assembly resolutions."Putin warns of Middle East conflagration and debates Ukraine at BRICS https://www.reuters.com/world/putin-warns-middle-east-conflagration-debates-ukraine-brics-2024-10-24/ Reuters 24 October 2024 Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas attended the summit, and BRICS leaders called in a statement for the establishment of a Palestinian state within the 1967 borders. BRICS members introduced a payment system named BRICS Pay designed to facilitate transactions and the interchange of financial information between central banks of partnered nations, serving as an alternative to the Western interbank system SWIFT.BRICS Unveils Blockchain BRICS Pay Altcoin Buzz 21 October 2024 https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/brics-unveils-blockchain-brics-pay/ 21 October 2024 This system will facilitate international settlements. 18 October 2024 BRICS Pay payment System And Its Necessity https://www.etvbharat.com/en/%21international/explained-brics-pay-payment-system-and-its-necessity-enn24101804571 21 October 2024 ETV Network金砖国家计划在"金砖支付"框架内试验本币结算 财联社-主流财经新闻集团和财经通讯社-CLS.CN https://m.cls.cn/detail/1379645 zh 21 October 202418 October 2024 喀山峰会：金砖国家从口号转向行动的进展如何？ https://chinese.aljazeera.net/economy/2024/10/18/%E5%96%80%E5%B1%B1%E5%B3%B0%E4%BC%9A%E9%87%91%E7%A0%96%E5%9B%BD%E5%AE%B6%E4%BB%8E%E5%8F%A3%E5%8F%B7%E8%BD%AC%E5%90%91%E8%A1%8C%E5%8A%A8%E7%9A%84%E8%BF%9B%E5%B1%95%E5%A6%82%E4%BD%95 21 October 2024 Al Jazeera zh The BRICS Kazan Declaration has been adopted.BRICS Summit 2024: Kazan Declaration airs concerns over 'coercive measures' Hindustan Times 24 October 2024 https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/brics-summit-2024-kazan-declaration-airs-concerns-over-coercive-measures-101729727207277.html 24 October 2024BRICS leaders adopt joint declaration following summit in Kazan English.news.cn 24 October 2024 https://english.news.cn/europe/20241024/a254de1125064a858afbe4537f41184e/c.html 24 October 2024 BRICS nations endorse reform of the UN and Security Council and the full participation of the State of Palestine in the United Nations, contingent upon the two-state solution.BRICS countries stress urgent need for cease-fire in Gaza Anadolu Ajansı 23 October 2024 https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/brics-countries-stress-urgent-need-for-cease-fire-in-gaza/3371725 24 October 2024 The Kazan Declaration expressed deep concern over the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian Territory, particularly the escalation of violence in Gaza and the West Bank, which resulted in significant civilian harm and displacement. The declaration also noted alarm over the situation in Southern Lebanon and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities. Additionally, it highlighted the adverse impact of unilateral sanctions on the global economy and the achievement of sustainable development goals. BRICS nations consented to deliberate and investigate the feasibility of creating an autonomous cross-border settlement and depository system. The finance ministers of BRICS nations will persist in evaluating the utilization of national currencies, payment tools, and platforms during the forthcoming Presidency and will report on the outcomes.FACTOBOX Main points from the BRICS declaration Reuters 23 October 2024 https://www.reuters.com/world/factobox-main-points-brics-declaration-2024-10-23/ 24 October 2024 The Kazan Declaration emphasized adherence to the UN Charter and supported diplomatic efforts for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine.24 October 2024 BRICS summit: Key takeaways from the Kazan declaration https://www.reuters.com/world/factobox-main-points-brics-declaration-2024-10-23/ 10 July 2025 Reuters en On 24 October, Russia hosted a plenary session of the 16th BRICS Summit in the BRICS Plus/Outreach format, bringing together CIS leaders, delegations from Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American countries, and the heads of several international organizations.Kemelova Fatima Kazakh President Takes Part in BRICS Summit The Astana Times 24 October 2024 https://astanatimes.com/2024/10/kazakh-president-takes-part-in-brics-summit/ 25 October 2024https://tass.ru/mezhdunarodnaya-panorama/22132369 СМИ: саммит БРИКС в Казани станет вызовом гегемонии Запада и США: По оценке Novo Jornal, страны объединения смогут заменить старый мировой порядок на новую систему международных и равноправных отношений Media: BRICS summit in Kazan will be a challenge to the hegemony of the West and the United States: According to Novo Jornal, the countries of the association will be able to replace the old world order with a new system of international and equal relations ru ТАСС (tass.ru) 16 October 2024 8 May 2025 https://archive.today/20250508185417/https://tass.ru/mezhdunarodnaya-panorama/22132369 8 May 2025 Thirteen nations have been added as partner countries of BRICS: Algeria, Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.Norman Izzah Aqilah Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand become partner countries of BRICS CNA 24 October 2024 https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-indonesia-vietnam-thailand-brics-asean-global-south-russia-china-4699841 25 October 2024 Bilateral meetings China-Russia thumb|right|Meeting between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin at 2024 BRICS Summit|230px Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a bilateral meeting in Kazan.习近平同俄罗斯总统普京举行会晤_中华人民共和国外交部 中华人民共和国外交部 23 October 2024 https://www.mfa.gov.cn/web/wjdt_674879/gjldrhd_674881/202410/t20241023_11511727.shtml zh 23 October 2024 The presidents affirmed that the China–Russia relations are profound and unchanging even in the current turbulent geo-political situation,Bao Anniek 23 October 2024 China and Russia's 'profound' ties will not change despite 'turbulent' geopolitical landscape, Xi tells Putin https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/23/china-russia-ties-wont-change-despite-geopolitical-turbulence-xi.html 23 October 2024 CNBC en and agreed that they must persist in advancing the comprehensive integration of the Belt and Road Initiative with the Eurasian Economic Union, therefore facilitating and bolstering the high-quality advancement of their economies. The parties concurred that, in light of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations and the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II in 2025, China and the Russian Federation will persist in enhancing their comprehensive strategic cooperation and upholding the international system centered on the United Nations."Greater BRICS cooperation" contributes vitality, wisdom to global governance People's Daily Online 22 October 2024 http://en.people.cn/n3/2024/1022/c90000-20232342.html 24 October 2024 The participants articulated their intention to enhance the BRICS cooperation framework and to achieve "Greater BRICS Cooperation".Xi advocates high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation English.news.cn 24 October 2024 https://english.news.cn/20241024/d0edd888d5ff4bde9f3298cfbfcddcf4/c.html 24 October 2024Xi advocates high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation The State Council of the People's Republic of China 23 October 2024 https://english.www.gov.cn/news/202410/23/content_WS6718e939c6d0868f4e8ec383.html 24 October 2024 Russia expressed interests in an alternative international payment solutions among BRICS nation to avoid US secondary sanctions.Putin, Xi discuss payment issues at bilateral talks: Report https://www.deccanherald.com/world/putin-xi-discuss-payment-issues-at-bilateral-talks-ria-cites-kremlin-aide-2-3244898 23 October 2024 Deccan Herald en India-China thumb|right|230px|PM Narendra Modi meeting leader Xi Jinping at the 16th BRICS Summit Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese leader Xi Jinping held their first formal bilateral meeting in five years, since the deadly clash between militaries of the two nations in 2020.Farooquee Meryl Sebastian & Neyaz Brics: What led to Modi and Xi meeting and thaw in India and China ties BBC Home 24 October 2024 https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3vlxx9pgxwo 25 October 2024 The leaders declared they have reached a deal resolving a four-year stand-off, following by complete disengagement of troops.习近平会见印度总理莫迪 中华人民共和国外交部 24 October 2024 https://www.fmprc.gov.cn/zyxw/202410/t20241024_11515096.shtml zh 25 October 2024 President Xi emphasized the importance of the two ancient civilizations in the global south, stating India-China relations will set an example for other emerging nations. 23 October 2024 BRICS Summit 2024 Highlights: PM Modi, President Xi endorse India-China patrolling agreement https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/brics-summit-2024-kazan-russia-modi-china-putin-xi-jinping-live-updates-october-23-2024/article68785550.ece 24 October 2024 The Hindu en-IN China's Xi and India's Modi meet after border accord between two countries https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/10/23/chinas-xi-and-indias-modi-meet-following-military-pact-on-disputed-border 23 October 2024 Al Jazeera en Modi stated that sustaining steady development of India–China relations is crucial for both nations and their populations, impacting the welfare and future of 2.8 billion individuals, and is also significant for regional and global peace and stability.Modi-Xi Meeting: A Milestone In The Making For India-China Relations? News18 24 October 2024 https://www.news18.com/opinion/opinion-modi-xi-meeting-a-milestone-in-the-making-for-india-china-relations-9097838.html 25 October 2024 China and India regard this meeting as constructive and significant, agreeing to approach China-India ties from a strategic and long-term perspective to prevent individual issues from impacting the overall relationship between the two nations.PM Modi, Chinese President Xi's meeting 'positive and put bilateral ties back on track': JNU Professor Lokmat Times 25 October 2024 https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/pm-modi-chinese-president-xis-meeting-positive-and-put-bilateral-ties-back-on-track-jnu-professor/ 25 October 2024Modi and Xi meet days after announcing border accord Khmer Times - Insight into Cambodia 24 October 2024 https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501579683/modi-and-xi-meet-days-after-announcing-border-accord/ 25 October 2024 India-Iran thumb|right|230px|Masoud Pezeshkian meets Modi during BRICS Summit Indian PM Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held bilateral meetings discussing continuation of Chabahar Port, the International North-South Transport Corridor, reconstruction of Afghanistan, economic and trade linkages to Central Asia, and minimising Israeli–Palestinian conflict.In a first, PM Modi meets Iranian President Pezeshkian, discusses India's role in resolving middle east tension The Indian Express 22 October 2024 https://indianexpress.com/article/india/pm-modi-meets-iranian-president-pezeshkian-brics-summit-in-russia-9633670/ 26 October 2024Khan Mohsin Watch Hindustan Times 23 October 2024 https://www.hindustantimes.com/videos/world-news/pm-modi-iran-s-president-meet-amid-mid-east-tensions-pezeshkian-seeks-india-s-help-in-watch-101729663319616.html 26 October 2024 President Pezeshkian accepted the invitation to visit India offered by India.PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks With Iranian President At BRICS Summit https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/pm-modi-holds-bilateral-talks-with-iranian-president-at-brics-summit-6850812 23 October 2024 NDTV.com Russia-South Africa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa held bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin where he called Russia a "valued ally" for its support during apartheid.22 October 2024 South Africa sees Russia as a valued ally, Ramaphosa tells Putin https://www.reuters.com/world/south-africa-sees-russia-valued-ally-ramaphosa-tells-putin-2024-10-22/ 22 October 2024 Reuters22 October 2024 South Africa sees Russia as a valued ally, Ramaphosa tells Putin https://www.cnbcafrica.com/2024/south-africa-sees-russia-as-a-valued-ally-ramaphosa-tells-putin/ 23 October 2024 www.cnbcafrica.com en Participating leaders List of BRICS summit attendees In-person Indian prime minister Modi and South African president Ramaphosa chose to attend the BRICs summit instead of the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, which was held the same week in Samoa. The Independent observed that this is a sign the two Commonwealth of Nations states "place greater weight on maintaining relations with China and Russia than on the more diffuse attractions of CHOGM".Who is attending the Commonwealth summit and what will they talk about? https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/politics-explained/chogm-samoa-commonwealth-slavery-king-charles-brics-b2634436.html 24 October 2023 The Independent 24 October 2023 Online Two days before the start of the summit, Brazilian president Lula da Silva announced that he would not be attending in person due to a minor brain hemorrhage following a fall. However, he announced he would participate via videoconferencing. Foreign minister Mauro Vieira led the Brazilian delegation in place of da Silva.Ayres Marcela Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-lula-cancels-trip-brics-summit-kazan-medical-advice-2024-10-20/ 21 October 2024 Reuters Host invited guests thumb|Plenary session of the BRICS Summit in the Outreach thumb|The heads of delegations attending the BRICS Summit in Kazan pose for photographs thumb|Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan thumb|Vladimir Putin meeting Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba, was invited to the summit but stayed in Cuba due to the 2024 Cuba blackout. Aleksandar Vučić, president of Serbia, could not attend due to a conflicting visit from European Union representatives to Serbia. Both Cuba and Serbia sent representatives to the summit in place of their respective heads of state.Post Kyiv 22 October 2024 Three Leaders to Skip BRICS Summit in Kazan Despite Putin's Invite https://www.kyivpost.com/post/40892 23 October 2024 Kyiv Post en Other attendees Country/Institution Position Officeholder SourceArmeniaPrime MinisterNikol Pashinyan22 October 2024 Armenian Prime Minister to attend BRICS summit https://arka.am/en/news/politics/armenian_prime_minister_to_attend_brics_summit_/ 22 October 2024 ARKA News AgencyAzerbaijanPresidentIlham Aliyev23 October 2024 Putin returns to world stage hosting 36 leaders at Brics summit in Russia https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/oct/22/putin-brics-summit-russia-china-india-iran-kazan 23 October 2024 The GuardianBahrainForeign MinisterAbdullatif bin Rashid Al ZayaniFilippov Alexey 23 October 2024 16th BRICS summit. Foreign Minister of Bahrain Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani https://photo-summit.brics-russia2024.ru/en/media/8790596.html 24 October 2024 BRICS 2024 Summit Photobank enBangladeshForeign SecretaryMd. Jashim Uddin21 October 2024 Foreign secretary to lead Bangladesh delegation at BRICS Summit in Kazan https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/foreign-secretary-lead-bangladesh-delegation-brics-summit-kazan-971826?amp 23 October 2024 The Business StandardBelarusPresidentAlexander LukashenkoBoliviaPresidentLuis ArceCongoPresidentDenis Sassou Nguesso23 October 2024 Congo : After Francophonie snub, Sassou-Nguesso expected in Russia for BRICS summit https://www.africaintelligence.com/central-africa/2024/10/21/after-francophonie-snub-sassou-nguesso-expected-in-russia-for-brics-summit,110329726-bre 23 October 2024 Africa Intelligence enCubaForeign MinisterBruno Rodríguez ParrillaCuba's top diplomat says he arrives in Kazan to attend BRICS Summit https://tass.com/world/1860047 23 October 2024 TASSIndonesiaMinister of Foreign AffairsSugiono21 October 2024 Menlu Sugiono Bakal Langsung Terbang ke Rusia Hadiri KTT BRICS https://news.detik.com/berita/d-7599940/menlu-sugiono-bakal-langsung-terbang-ke-rusia-hadiri-ktt-brics 22 October 2024 detik idKazakhstanPresidentKassym-Jomart Tokayev23 October 2024 President of Kazakhstan touches down in Russia's Kazan to attend BRICS summit https://en.trend.az/casia/kazakhstan/3960682.html 23 October 2024 Trend.Az enKyrgyzstanPresidentSadyr JaparovPresident Sadyr Japarov arrives on official visit to Kazan https://akipress.com/news:802047:President_Sadyr_Japarov_arrives_on_official_visit_to_Kazan/ 23 October 2024 akipress.comLaos General SecretaryPresident Thongloun SisoulithChanthavong Namfon 23 October 2024 Chinese, Lao Presidents Discuss Bilateral Cooperation at BRICS Summit https://laotiantimes.com/2024/10/23/chinese-lao-presidents-discuss-bilateral-cooperation-at-brics-summit/ 23 October 2024 Laotian Times en-USMalaysia Minister of EconomyRafizi Ramlihttps://thesun.my/malaysia-news/rafizi-to-present-on-key-issues-affecting-global-south-in-brics-summit-OE13178372 Rafizi will address key issues for global south in BRICS summit thesun.myMauritaniaPresidentMohamed Ould GhazouaniMauritanian president arrives in Kazan — Tatarstan State Council https://tass.com/world/1859845 23 October 2024 TASSMongoliaHead of the Presidential Administration Gombojavyn ZandanshatarBERNAMA 9 March 2024 Head of the Presidential Administration of Mongolia Gombojavyn Zandanshatar arrives in Kazan https://photo-summit.brics-russia2024.ru/en/story/list_350979191/ 23 October 2024 enNicaraguaMinister of Foreign AffairsValdrack JaentschkeTop diplomat to lead Nicaragua's delegation to BRICS summit in Kazan https://tass.com/world/1858597 23 October 2024 TASSPalestinePresidentMahmoud Abbas22 October 2024 President Abbas arrives in Kazan to participate in BRICS summit https://english.wafa.ps/Pages/Details/150702 22 October 2024 WafaSaudi Arabia Foreign MinisterFaisal bin Farhan Al SaudRPT Saudi's MbS will not attend Russia's BRICS summit Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/saudis-mbs-will-not-attend-russias-brics-summit-2024-10-10/ 21 October 2024 enSerbiaDeputy Prime MinisterAleksandar VulinVučić neće prisustvovati samitu BRIKS-a, u Kazanj ide Vulin - Vreme https://vreme.com/vesti/vucic-nece-prisustvovati-samitu-briks-a-u-kazanj-ide-vulin/ 23 October 2024 vreme.com sr-RSSri LankaForeign SecretaryAruni Wijewardane22 October 2024 Sri Lanka ministry secretary to address BRICS leaders summit https://economynext.com/sri-lanka-ministry-secretary-to-address-brics-leaders-summit-184425/ 23 October 2024 EconomyNext enRepublic of Srpska (Bosnia and Herzegovina)PresidentMilorad Dodik23 October 2024 Serbia eyes BRICS partnership as top officials attend summit in Kazan https://www.intellinews.com/serbia-eyes-brics-partnership-as-top-officials-attend-summit-in-kazan-349731/?source=bosnia-and-herzegovina 23 October 2024 www.intellinews.com enTajikistanPresidentEmomali RahmonEmomali Rahmon flew to Kazan for the BRICS summit Tajikistan News ASIA-Plus https://asiaplus.news/en/2024/10/23/emomali-rahmon-flew-to-kazan-for-the-brics-summit/ 8 November 2024 Asia-PlusThailandMinister of Foreign AffairsMaris SangiampongsaFM to represent Thailand in Brics Plus meet in Kazan Bangkok Post 18 October 2024 https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2885862/fm-to-represent-thailand-in-brics-plus-meet-in-kazan 21 October 2024 en Tangsathaporn Poramet TurkeyPresidentRecep Tayyip ErdoğanLitvinova Dasha 22 October 2024 Putin hosts a summit to show the West it can't keep Russia off the global stage https://apnews.com/article/russia-brics-china-india-ukraine-turkey-brazil-7c73c1cbee03c0de0d48e5b7314672e8 22 October 2024 Associated PressTurkmenistanPresidentSerdar Berdimuhamedow23 October 2024 President of Turkmenistan arrives in Russia's Tatarstan to participate in BRICS summit https://en.trend.az/casia/turkmenistan/3960645.html 23 October 2024 Trend.Az enVenezuelaPresidentNicolás Maduro22 October 2024 Maduro arrives in Kazan for BRICS Summit - Prensa Latina https://www.plenglish.com/news/2024/10/22/maduro-arrives-in-kazan-for-brics-summit/ 23 October 2024 en-USVietnam Prime MinisterPham Minh Chinh19 October 2024 Vietnam premier to attend expanded BRICS summit in Russia https://tuoitrenews.vn/news/politics/20241019/vietnam-premier-to-attend-expanded-brics-summit-in-russia/82508.html 21 October 2024 Tuoi Tre News enUNSecretary GeneralAntonio Guterreshttps://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/un-announces-guterres-attendance-at-brics-summit-in-russia/3370864 UN announces Guterres' attendance at BRICS summit in Russia www.aa.com.trUzbekistanPresidentShavkat MirziyoyevAgencies 24 October 2024 PM holds bilateral talks with Uzbek, UAE Presidents on BRICS sidelines https://www.millenniumpost.in/nation/pm-holds-bilateral-talks-with-uzbek-uae-presidents-on-brics-sidelines-584317 23 October 2024 www.millenniumpost.in en Controversy thumb|Russian President Vladimir Putin and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres thumb|Kharkiv, Ukraine after the Russian attack on 2 October 2024. The Kazan Declaration emphasized adherence to the UN Charter and supported diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The summit sparked significant controversy, particularly surrounding UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Critics, including political scientist Alexander J. Motyl in his article published on The Hill, argue that Guterres’s cordial interaction with Putin, whom the International Criminal Court has charged with war crimes, undermines the moral authority of the United Nations.Motyl Alexander J. 1 November 2024 Why is the UN Secretary-General playing nice with Putin? https://thehill.com/opinion/international/4964768-why-is-the-un-secretary-general-playing-nice-with-putin/ The Hill Motyl and others contend that Guterres’s actions implicitly endorse Putin's aggression in Ukraine, weakening both the UN’s credibility and its position on global justice. Ukrainian journalist Ihor Petrenko echoes this sentiment, condemning Guterres for failing to challenge Putin’s dismissive rhetoric regarding the war.Petrenko Ihor 25 October 2024 Guterres-Putin meeting sparked condemnation; BRICS summit didn't prioritize war in Ukraine https://insightnews.media/guterres-putin-meeting-sparked-condemnation-brics-summit-didnt-prioritize-war-in-ukraine/ Insight News In contrast, scholars like Bahauddin Foizee defend Guterres's engagement with controversial leaders as necessary for maintaining diplomatic channels and fostering peace.UN Chief's Recent Engagement with Putin: Ethical Blunder or Diplomatic Necessity? https://www.internationalaffairs.org.au/australianoutlook/un-chiefs-recent-engagement-with-putin-ethical-blunder-or-diplomatic-necessity/ 2025-12-17 Australian Institute of International Affairs (AIIA) en-USRaynolds Daniel 2024-11-10 The Bad Optics of Guterres's Engagement with Putin https://intpolicydigest.org/the-bad-optics-of-guterres-s-engagement-with-putin/ 2025-12-17 International Policy Digest en-US 2024-11-08 Diplomacy or Appeasement? Behind Guterres’ Cordiality with Putin https://international.thenewslens.com/article/187249 2025-12-17 The News Lens International Edition en-USRaynolds Daniel In Criticism and Defense of the UN Chief's Meeting with Putin https://www.modernghana.com/news/1354321/in-criticism-and-defense-of-the-un-chiefs-meeting.html 2025-12-17 Modern Ghana en2024-11-02 UN Secretary-General Under Extreme Scrutiny After Meeting with Putin at BRICS Summit The Public News Hub https://www.publicnewshub.com/un-secretary-general-under-extreme-scrutiny-after-meeting-with-putin-at-brics-summit/,%20https://www.publicnewshub.com/un-secretary-general-under-extreme-scrutiny-after-meeting-with-putin-at-brics-summit/ 2025-12-17 The Public News Hub en-US Foizee suggests that excluding Russia from international discussions could hinder the UN's broader peace efforts. Meanwhile, Lithuanian leaders, including Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė and Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, criticized Guterres for perceived moral inconsistency, noting his attendance at the BRICS summit with Putin and Belarusian President Lukashenko despite not attending a Ukraine-focused peace summit in Switzerland earlier.25 October 2024 Lithuanian leaders slam UN chief meeting Putin, Lukashenko in Russia https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2397224/lithuanian-leaders-slam-un-chief-meeting-putin-lukashenko-in-russia LRT (Lithuanian Radio and Television) This, they argued, damages Guterres credibility as an impartial mediator. This debate highlights the complex balance between moral leadership and pragmatic diplomacy in a divided global landscape.Following Guterres warmly shaking Vladimir Putin's hand during the BRICS summit on 24 October 2024 in Kazan, Volodymyr Zelenskyy refused to meet with Guterres in Kyiv with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine releasing the statement: "This is a wrong choice that does not advance the cause of peace. It only damages the UN's reputation." and adding "The UN secretary general declined Ukraine's invitation to the first Global Peace Summit in Switzerland. He did, however, accept the invitation to Kazan from war criminal Putin." Putin has been a fugitive since 17 March 2023 when the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrant following an investigation of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide by Putin during the Russo-Ukrainian War.Lukiv Jaroslav https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyd4xg70ejo Zelensky snubs UN chief Guterres after his Russia trip BBC 25 October 2024 8 May 2025 https://archive.today/20241026130800/https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyd4xg70ejo 26 October 2024https://apnews.com/article/icc-putin-war-crimes-ukraine-9857eb68d827340394960eccf0589253 International court issues war crimes warrant for Putin 17 March 2023 Corder Mike Casert Raf Associated Press 8 May 2025 17 March 2023 https://web.archive.org/web/20230317162845/https://apnews.com/article/icc-putin-war-crimes-ukraine-9857eb68d827340394960eccf0589253 live https://www.icc-cpi.int/news/situation-ukraine-icc-judges-issue-arrest-warrants-against-vladimir-vladimirovich-putin-and Situation in Ukraine: ICC judges issue arrest warrants against Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin and Maria Alekseyevna Lvova-Belova International Criminal Court 8 May 2025 en 17 March 2023 17 March 2023 https://web.archive.org/web/20230317151628/https://www.icc-cpi.int/news/situation-ukraine-icc-judges-issue-arrest-warrants-against-vladimir-vladimirovich-putin-and live See also 2023 Russia–Africa Summit 2024 G20 Rio de Janeiro summit Notes References Further reading 24 October 2024 BRICS summit: Key takeaways from the Kazan declaration https://www.reuters.com/world/factobox-main-points-brics-declaration-2024-10-23/ Reuters Category:2024 controversies Category:2024 diplomatic conferences Category:2020s in Kazan Category:October 2024 in Russia Category:Diplomatic conferences in Russia Category:Events affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine Category:BRICS summits