'UNSC reforms no longer an option, but necessity': PM Modi
23 Nov 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday emphasized the need for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

He was speaking at the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) leaders summit in Johannesburg.

"The reform of the UN Security Council is no longer an option, but a necessity," he said, according to PTI, urging IBSA to send a clear message for changes to global governance institutions.

Modi proposes institutionalizing IBSA NSA-level meetings
Security cooperation

Modi also proposed institutionalizing the IBSA National Security Advisor (NSA)-level meeting to enhance security cooperation among India, Brazil, and South Africa.

He stressed the need for close coordination in counter-terrorism efforts, saying, "There is no place for any double standards on such a serious issue."

The summit was attended by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Modi proposes 'IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance'
Technological collaboration

Modi also highlighted the importance of technology in human-centric development.

He proposed the creation of an "IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance" to share digital public infrastructure, health platforms, cybersecurity frameworks, and women-led tech initiatives among the three countries.

He lauded the IBSA Fund for supporting projects in 40 countries across education, health, women's empowerment, and solar energy sectors.

Modi invites IBSA leaders to AI Impact Summit
Future collaboration

The Prime Minister invited IBSA leaders to the AI Impact Summit in India next year.

He emphasized the group's role in developing safe and trustworthy human-centric AI norms.

"IBSA can complement each other's development and become an example for sustainable growth," he said, highlighting cooperation opportunities in millets, natural farming, disaster resilience, green energy, traditional medicines, and health security.