India Convenes BRICS National Security Advisers' Meeting to Address Non-Traditional Security Threats
印度召集金磚國家國家安全顧問會議，應對非傳統安全威脅
Introduction
India is hosting the 16th Meeting of BRICS National Security Advisers and High Representatives on National Security from June 22-23, 2026, as part of its current chairship of the bloc.
印度作為目前金磚國家的主席國，將於 2026 年 6 月 22 至 23 日主持第 16 次金磚國家國家安全顧問及國家安全高級代表會議。
Main Body
The proceedings, chaired by National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, are centered on the thematic framework of 'Non-traditional security challenges confronting the world today.' Deliberations will focus on the mutation of national security threats and the specific influence of emerging technologies on global stability. Furthermore, the delegations will evaluate the outputs of the BRICS Joint Working Groups concerning counter-terrorism and the security of information and communication technologies. This diplomatic engagement serves as a political precursor to the comprehensive BRICS Summit scheduled for September, which is expected to include the attendance of President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin.
會議由國家安全顧問 Ajit Doval 主持，核心主題為「今日世界面臨的非傳統安全挑戰」。討論將集中於國家安全威脅的演變，以及新興科技對全球穩定的具體影響。此外，代表團將評估金磚國家聯合工作組在反恐以及資訊與通訊技術安全方面的成果。此次外交接觸是預計於 9 月舉行的全面金磚峰會的政治前奏，預計習近平主席與普金總統將出席。
From the perspective of the People's Republic of China, Ambassador Xu Feihong indicated that the Chinese delegation intends to exchange perspectives on regional developments and coordinate responses to both conventional and non-conventional security exigencies. The presence of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, acting in his capacity as Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, suggests a high-level commitment to these strategic consultations, with bilateral meetings with NSA Doval anticipated.
從中華人民共和國的視角來看，徐飛鴻大使表示中國代表團打算就區域發展交換看法，並協調對傳統與非傳統安全緊急狀況的回應。中國外交部長王毅以中央外事委員會辦公室主任的身份出席，顯示出對這些戰略磋商的高度重視，預計將與國安顧問 Doval 舉行雙邊會議。
Parallel to these security deliberations, India has facilitated economic cooperation through the inaugural BRICS MSME Forum and the third BRICS SME Working Group meeting in Agra. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi articulated that the synergy of complementary capabilities among member states is essential for the development of resilient micro, small, and medium enterprise ecosystems. This multifaceted approach reflects the broader 2026 chairship theme, 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,' marking a transition from the bloc's original economic focus toward a tripartite structure comprising political-security, economic-financial, and socio-cultural pillars.
在安全討論之餘，印度在阿格拉舉辦了首屆金磚 MSME 論壇及第三次金磚中小企業工作組會議，以促進經濟合作。聯邦部長 Jitan Ram Manjhi 指出，成員國之間互補能力的協同作用，對於發展具有韌性的微型、小型及中型企業生態系統至關重要。這種多方面的方法反映了 2026 年主席國的主題——「構建韌性、創新、合作與可持續發展」，標誌著金磚國家從最初的經濟重心，轉向由政治安全、經濟金融及社會文化三大支柱構成的結構。
Conclusion
The current diplomatic activity in India integrates high-level security coordination and economic forum deliberations in preparation for the September BRICS Summit.
目前印度的外交活動將高層安全協調與經濟論壇討論相結合，為 9 月的金磚峰會做準備。
Vocabulary Learning
The Architecture of 'Nominal Density'
To bridge the B2-C2 divide, one must move beyond simple subject-verb-object clarity and master Nominalization—the linguistic process of turning complex actions or qualities into abstract nouns. This is the hallmark of high-level diplomatic and academic English.
◈ The Anatomy of the Shift
Observe the transition from descriptive prose to institutional prose found in the text:
- B2 Level (Action-oriented): "The delegations will look at what the Joint Working Groups have produced regarding terrorism."
- C2 Level (Nominal-dense): "...the delegations will evaluate the outputs of the BRICS Joint Working Groups concerning counter-terrorism..."
In the C2 version, the verb "produce" becomes the noun "outputs," and the act of fighting terrorism becomes the conceptual noun "counter-terrorism." This shifts the focus from who is doing what to the abstract entity being discussed.
◈ Deconstructing the 'Tripartite Structure'
Consider the phrase: "...marking a transition from the bloc's original economic focus toward a tripartite structure comprising political-security, economic-financial, and socio-cultural pillars."
This sentence is a masterclass in lexical compression. Instead of explaining that the bloc used to care about money but now cares about three different things, the author uses:
- Tripartite structure: A precise, scholarly adjective (Latin root tri- + part) to define the exact nature of the organization.
- Pillars: A conceptual metaphor used to denote foundational strengths.
◈ Strategic Vocabulary for Geopolitical Precision
To achieve C2 fluency, you must replace generic terms with 'high-precision' alternatives found in this text:
| Generic (B2) | High-Precision (C2) | Nuance |
|---|---|---|
| Urgent needs | Exigencies | Implies a pressing, inherent requirement of a situation. |
| Changes | Mutation | Suggests an organic, often unpredictable evolution. |
| Working together | Synergy | Implies that the combined effect is greater than the sum of parts. |
| Pre-meeting | Political precursor | Frames the event as a formal, strategic stepping stone. |
C2 Pro-Tip: When writing for an academic or professional audience, aim to increase your 'noun-to-verb ratio'. By condensing actions into nouns, you create a tone of objectivity and authority.