Narendra Modi says "weaponisation of technology and critical minerals can hinder" progress

At the BRICS Summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed leaders including China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin, highlighting concerns that the strategic use of technology and essential minerals could impede global advancement. He advocated for broader access to new technologies and increased collaboration with developing nations, emphasizing the need for resilience against global disruptions like conflicts and pandemics. Modi also pointed to BRICS initiatives in areas such as disease early warning systems, disaster management, and digital agriculture, stressing that cooperation should involve various societal groups beyond governments.