On the afternoon of September 12, local time, President Xi Jinping attended the first phase of the 18th BRICS Leaders' Meeting in New Delhi. Xi Jinping delivered an important speech entitled “Sharing the Responsibility of the Times and Being a Pioneer Force”. Xi Jinping stressed that at present, the changes in the world over the past century are evolving at an accelerated pace, the global South is growing dramatically, and the multipolarization of the world is unstoppable. At the same time, unilateralism and power politics are surging against the current, multilateralism and international order have been impacted, and the peace deficit, development deficit, security deficit, and governance deficit have continued unabated. The BRICS countries should stand firmly on the right side of history, be pioneers of the times, lead the development of the international order in a more just and rational direction, and work together to build a community of human destiny. First, we must be pioneers in promoting innovation and development. Firmly grasp the initiative, strengthen artificial intelligence cooperation, encourage open source, cooperation and sharing, and promote practical cooperation to move forward and climb higher. The BRICS countries are welcome to participate actively in the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization. China has put forward the BRICS initiative to empower new industrialization with artificial intelligence, and is willing to work with all parties to create more R&D and application results and deepen supply chain cooperation in the industrial chain. Second, we must be pioneers in maintaining peace and stability. Adhering to a common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security concept, we oppose Cold War mentality and factional confrontation, oppose infringement of other countries' sovereignty and interference in other countries' internal affairs, participate constructively in resolving hot issues, and make unique BRICS contributions to finding solutions to both the symptoms and root causes. China is ready to work with the BRICS members to play its due role in achieving peace and tranquillity in the Middle East and the Gulf region. Third, we must be pioneers in promoting mutual appreciation among civilizations. Promote the common values of all humankind and promote civilized exchanges, mutual learning, harmony and coexistence. Organize a BRICS cultural exchange forum, share experiences in governing the country, and gather positive energy for the stable development of relations between countries. Deepen cooperation in culture, tourism, education, etc., strengthen youth exchanges, and promote frequent visits, acquaintance, and blind dates. Fourth, we must be pioneers in reforming and improving global governance. Follow the general trend of democratization in international relations, promote the establishment of a more just and rational global governance system, and maintain the authority of the United Nations. Support the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization at its core, and resist all forms of protectionist measures. Lead the global governance of the Xinjiang region, such as the Internet, outer space, and the deep sea, and enhance the voice of the countries of the global South. Xi Jinping stressed that after twenty years of ups and downs, solidarity and cooperation have always been a source of strength for the development of the BRICS cause. We must insist on treating each other honestly, seek common ground while reserving differences, respect each other's core concerns, enhance mutual understanding through communication and dialogue, resolve contradictions and differences, and ensure the steady and far-reaching implementation of BRICS cooperation.

On the afternoon of September 12, local time, President Xi Jinping attended the first phase of the 18th BRICS Leaders' Meeting in New Delhi. Xi Jinping delivered an important speech entitled “Sharing the Responsibility of the Times and Being a Pioneer Force”. Xi Jinping stressed that at present, the changes in the world over the past century are evolving at an accelerated pace, the global South is growing dramatically, and the multipolarization of the world is unstoppable. At the same time, unilateralism and power politics are surging against the current, multilateralism and international order have been impacted, and the peace deficit, development deficit, security deficit, and governance deficit have continued unabated. The BRICS countries should stand firmly on the right side of history, be pioneers of the times, lead the development of the international order in a more just and rational direction, and work together to build a community of human destiny. First, we must be pioneers in promoting innovation and development. Firmly grasp the initiative, strengthen artificial intelligence cooperation, encourage open source, cooperation and sharing, and promote practical cooperation to move forward and climb higher. The BRICS countries are welcome to participate actively in the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization. China has put forward the BRICS initiative to empower new industrialization with artificial intelligence, and is willing to work with all parties to create more R&D and application results and deepen supply chain cooperation in the industrial chain. Second, we must be pioneers in maintaining peace and stability. Adhering to a common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security concept, we oppose Cold War mentality and faction confrontation, oppose infringement on other countries' sovereignty and interference in other countries' internal affairs, participate constructively in resolving hot issues, and make unique BRICS contributions to finding solutions to both the symptoms and root causes. China is ready to work with the BRICS members to play its due role in achieving peace and tranquillity in the Middle East and the Gulf region. Third, we must be pioneers in promoting mutual appreciation among civilizations. Promote the common values of all humankind and promote civilized exchanges, mutual learning, harmony and coexistence. Organize a BRICS cultural exchange forum, share experiences in governing the country, and gather positive energy for the stable development of relations between countries. Deepen cooperation in culture, tourism, education, etc., strengthen youth exchanges, and promote frequent visits, acquaintance, and blind dates. Fourth, we must be pioneers in reforming and improving global governance. Follow the general trend of democratization in international relations, promote the establishment of a more just and rational global governance system, and maintain the authority of the United Nations. Support the multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization at its core, and resist all forms of protectionist measures. Lead the global governance of the Xinjiang region, such as the Internet, outer space, and the deep sea, and enhance the voice of the countries of the global South. Xi Jinping stressed that after twenty years of ups and downs, solidarity and cooperation have always been a source of strength for the development of the BRICS cause. We must insist on treating each other honestly, seek common ground while reserving differences, respect each other's core concerns, enhance mutual understanding through communication and dialogue, resolve contradictions and differences, and ensure the steady and far-reaching implementation of BRICS cooperation.