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Global governance ‘pyramid of privilege’: Modi

By Sohail Khan 12 September 2026, 3:25 pm

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PM Modi calls global governance a ‘pyramid of privilege’, seeks BRICS roadmap for reform
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed reforming global governance structures. He described the current system as a pyramid with concentrated power at the top. Modi stated the Global South faces crises but lacks decision-making influence. He called for transforming privilege into a partnership platform for all nations. India aims to develop a BRICS reform roadmap by the next summit.

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PM Modi calls global governance a ‘pyramid of privilege’, seeks BRICS summit roadmap for reform — BRICS Summit 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during the 18th BRICS Summit, at the Bharat Mandapam, in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday linked the current structure of global governance to a “pyramid”, saying power and decision-making remain concentrated at the top while countries affected by those decisions are left with little ability to shape them.

In his opening remarks at the BRICS Session on ‘Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening Multilateralism’, he said the challenge before the grouping was not just to strengthen BRICS but also to chart a new course for reforming global institutions.

“While strengthening BRICS, we must also chart a course for global reform. The current structure of global governance resembles a pyramid: power and decision-making are concentrated at the top, while the lower tiers consist of nations that are affected by these decisions yet unable to shape them,” Modi said.

Such a system, PM Modi said, should ensure that every nation has a voice, every member has a stake and the development of humanity remains at the heart of global cooperation.

“To this end, I propose that we jointly formulate 10 proposals for global governance reform, aiming to shape them into a BRICS reform roadmap by the time of the next Summit,” Modi said.

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The proposal puts institutional reform and greater representation for developing countries at the centre of India’s pitch at the BRICS Summit, with PM Modi seeking to turn the grouping’s broader criticism of the existing global order into a concrete reform agenda before the next leaders’ meeting.

He said, "The message from this BRICS Summit being hosted by India should be clear. If our future is shared, the right to shape that future should also be shared. From voice to impact, from privilege to partnership, this should be the guiding resolve of BRICS at present."

In formulating a roadmap, he highlighted three three key aspects for focus: Representation, Responsiveness, and Rule-making.

On representation, he said, " I would like to state that reform of the UN Security Council can no longer be postponed. Negotiations on this matter must be linked to a definite timeframe and clear outcomes. Similarly, voting power, leadership positions, and policy priorities within financial institutions must align with today's economic realities. Countries that drive global economic growth should also play an appropriate role in shaping global economic governance…"

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