Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers intervention on Peace, Security and Global Governance during the 17th BRICS Leaders Summit.
In his address President Ramaphosa spoke about the necessity to reform the UN Security Council to be more democratic, more regionally representative and more accountable.
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa joins other Heads of State and Government for the XVII BRICS Summit Family Photo.
During the XVII BRICS Summit session Heads of State and Government are expected to deliberate on issues pertaining to global governance reform, peace and security, the ongoing humanitarian impact of Israeli military action in Gaza and in conflicts in Sudan, Ukraine, Iran, and advocating for the sustainable resolution of conflicts through diplomacy, inclusive dialogue and a commitment to the United Nations Charter.
For South Africa, these deliberations will enhance our efforts to further diversify trade and enhance resilience, growth and development.
The Summit will also look into synergies between BRICS, COP30 and G20 outcomes, including in global governance of artificial intelligence and prioritising climate finance that is just, accessible and transformational.
South Africa emphasises concrete cooperation that contributes both directly and indirectly to the priorities of a better South Africa, a better Africa, and a better world through its partnership in BRICS.
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His excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, received by His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, arrives at Museum of Modern Arts, In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to attend the XVII BRICS Summit held from 6 to 7 July 2025.
The theme of the Rio Summit is “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance”.
The Summit agenda emphasises the positive role that BRICS can play in shaping a more fair and just multipolar world order and demonstrating global leadership in global health, climate change and AI governance.
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, accompanied by Minister in the Presidency, Ms Khumbudzo Ntshavheni and Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola,, arrives in Rio de Janeiro, Federative Republic of Brazil to attend the XVII BRICS Summit. President Cyril Ramaphosa is received by Secretary of Economic and Financial Affairs, Next Sherpa, Ambassador Philip Fox-Drummond Gough.
The Summit which takes place from 06 to 07 July 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, serves as a political and diplomatic coordination forum for countries from the Global South.
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