Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is embarking on a five-day state visit to India, starting on February 18. This visit is significant for bilateral relations and the future of BRICS, as expansion debates, institutional reform, and Global South priorities are on the agenda. Lula will engage in comprehensive discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 21 and participate in the AI Impact Summit from February 19 to 20. The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted this visit as an opportunity to review and enhance the strategic partnership between both nations.