BRICS Communications Ministers Meet in Pune to Advance Digital Transformation and Resilience
The 12th BRICS Communications Ministers Meeting is underway in Pune, focusing on ICT cooperation, digital transformation, innovation, cybersecurity, resilient infrastructure and inclusive digital connectivity.
The theme of the meeting is “Innovate, Cooperate and Transform (ICT) for a Resilient Future”, with discussions centred on strengthening digital cooperation among BRICS member countries.
In his opening remarks, Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia outlined India’s vision for a future that is resilient, trusted, innovative, empowering and inclusive, guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to Digital India.
Scindia emphasised India’s approach of moving from bridging the digital divide to building resilience, fostering innovation, strengthening capacity and enabling sustainable digital transformation.
The meeting provides a platform for BRICS member countries to exchange views on emerging technologies, digital public infrastructure, future networks, cybersecurity, capacity building and inclusive digital connectivity.
The deliberations will also focus on advancing practical cooperation and sharing best practices to support digital transformation across BRICS countries and the wider Global South. The meeting is expected to strengthen collective efforts towards a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable digital future.

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