BRICS Summit condemns Pahalgam terror attack, calls to reform UNSC

By Anjali Sharma

WASHINGTON – According to media reports and official sources on Monday the 17th BRICS Summit, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, concluded with the adoption of the ‘Rio de Janeiro Declaration’ condemned the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 in the strongest terms.

The declaration stated “We condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025.

The leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism, terrorism financing, and safe havens.

“We urge zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism,” the declaration emphasized.

They called for an expeditious finalization and adoption of the ‘Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism’ in the UN framework and concerted actions against all UN-designated terrorists and terrorist entities.

BRICS leaders also emphasized the need for reform of the UNSC.

“We reiterate our support for a comprehensive reform of the UN Security Council, with a view to making it more democratic, representative, effective and efficient,” the declaration stated.

They stressed that the UN Security Council reform will lead to the amplified voice of the Global South.

The leaders reiterated their support for the aspirations of Brazil and India to play a greater role in the United Nations, including its Security Council.

“This will enable the Council to adequately respond to prevailing global challenges and support the legitimate aspirations of emerging and developing countries,” the declaration added.