About Us

WHAT IS BRICS

Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) are leading emerging economies and political powers at the regional and international level. The acronym was originally coined in 2001 to highlight the exceptional role of important emerging economies and the then acronym included Brazil, Russia, India and China (BRIC) only. It was pointed out that high growth rates, economic potential and demographic development were going to put BRIC further in a lead position and it was argued that their increased relevance should also be reflected in their incorporation to the G7(O’Neill 2011). The four countries themselves started to meet as a group in 2006 and it was only in 2010 that South Africa was invited to join the group, which was then referred to as BRICS.

The BRICS brings together five of the largest developing countries of the world, representing 41% of the global population, 24% of the global GDP and 16% of the global trade .The chairmanship of the forum is rotated annually among the members, in accordance with the acronym B-R-I-C-S.

BRICS CCI

Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa have emerged as ‘the protagonists” in the world economy significantly and rapidly.

The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a parent organization which promotes commerce and industry in the BRICS nations. The Chamber, founded in 2012 with the efforts of eminent professionals and entrepreneur, is a not-for-profit and non-governmental organization. BRICS CCI is a registered body under Societies Registration Act 1860, Government of India and empanelled with NITI Aayog (highest policy-making body of Govt of India) and recognized by United Nations.

The objective of BRICS CCI is to create an enabling support system especially for the MSME segment of businesses, young entrepreneurs, women entrepreneurs, and Start-Ups from across all geographies. While the BRICS nations will remain at the centre of all activities, the chamber has taken in its credo to reach out to and enable young entrepreneurs from other friendly nations too. It proposes to be the ‘voice’ of entrepreneurs and helps them cultivate their business with due regard to social, cultural and security issues.

Yajurveda (XXXVI17) prays for the peace in the cosmos and we at BRICS and Beyond “ have the same wish for all our stakeholders in the spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam “which signifies that the world is one family.
Our ancient Rishis pray to GOD that “May there be peace in the celestial region, peace on earth, peace in water and ultimately peace within us.“ for Peace is a great harbinger for progress, cooperation and success…Read more

Mr. Vishwas Tripathi | Chairman BRICS CCI

Chairman United News of India (UNI) Board of Directors

I express my gratitude to the Co-Chairs and the Members of the Sectoral Committees for their valuable inputs, support and the encouragement extended to BRICS CCI in their respective Sectors. Like all its other activities, the research output and knowledge work brought out by BRICS CCI would not have been possible without the continuous guidance provided by the various industry leaders and experts. I wish BRICS CCI all the best for all future endeavors.

Ashok Kumar Singh | Vice Chairman, BRICS CCI

We live in a ‘glocalised’ world. In this new world order, sustainable development and international handholding is key. The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry thrives on the ethos that unity amongst nations is the way forward. Together with our esteemed chamber members and the member nations, we aim to establish dialogue and create avenues that will help us deliver on the promise of a future that will let our generations to come flourish more than us…Read More

Mr. Sameep Shastri | Vice Chairman, BRICS CCI

Chairman - Indian Institute of Governance & Leadership, Chairman - Lal Bahadur Shastri Welfare Organisation, President - Confedration of Young Leaders.

Our vision at the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry is to be the ‘voice ‘of young entrepreneurs. Beyond providing a collaborative environment to enhance trade and commerce, we wish to provide the world with a platform of experiential learning through social and technological exchanges. Our Chamber is now in its ninth year and in this short span we have achieved commendable growth. Participation of delegates in our events establishes that we have given enough value to the creation of wealth with social equity. Both aspects are necessary for balanced growth of any nation. Read More

Dr. B.B.L. Madhukar | Director General, BRICS CCI

Former CMD-MMTC Ltd, Chairman FORE School of Management.

BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a forum that addresses interface opportunities particularly in the context of the association of the five powerhouse nations, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. The context around which the member countries gravitate are high growth rates, huge economic potential and productive demographic developments. Notwithstanding the historical punctuation caused by Covid 19, the pursuit of our chamber remains steadfast as ever. I particularly look at BRICS CCI’s two major constituencies, entrepreneurs and SMEs, as very relevant context in our country. Therefore, our endeavour to create an enabling ecosystem for them is also equally pertinent.To attain these goals through a non-profit and non-government organization such as ours is as challenging as it is stimulating.

I am sure that BRICS CCI has a very important role to play in times ahead and Ipledge myself as a humble resource for the organization. I thank Dr B B L Madhukar for showing me the way.

Mr. Sanjay Verma

Treasurer BRICS CCI

WHERE WE ARE

Our Network

What we do?

We promote entrepreneurship and encourage young entrepreneurs to establish and

grow their business across national boundaries

Build a credible repository of data and information that could be used by members.
Build a database of credible business partners across different geographies and industry verticals.
Conduct topical research that could be used by members to understand business relevant issues in enough detail to conduct a successful business in that space.
Build social and cultural exchange between interested nations, by promoting business around local art and culture.
Provide advisory services to our members on legal as well as other business critical services.
Promote business interactions among members by organizing regular events platforms and other forms of interactions.