China has publicly affirmed its readiness to work with other nations to deepen 'greater BRICS cooperation' as India takes on the presidency of the influential grouping in 2026. This commitment was reiterated by Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, who reposted External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's announcement regarding the launch of India's BRICS 2026 website, logo, and theme. India formally assumed the rotating BRICS chair on January 1, 2026, marking a pivotal moment for the bloc. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, EAM Jaishankar unveiled the official logo and website for BRICS 2026, outlining India's vision for its year-long leadership. The chosen theme for India's chairship is 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,' reflecting a comprehensive approach to global challenges. India's agenda emphasizes a 'Humanity-first' and 'people-centric' strategy, aiming to promote global welfare. Key priorities include building structural and institutional strengths to weather global shocks, with a focus on resilience in agriculture, health, disaster risk reduction, energy, and supply chains. Additionally, Jaishankar stressed the critical need for reformed multilateralism, advocating for international institutions like the United Nations, World Trade Organization, International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank to better reflect contemporary global realities. The BRICS grouping itself has seen significant expansion, with Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE joining as full members in January 2024, followed by Indonesia in January 2025, further amplifying its global reach and influence.