Name: BRICS Working Groups
Start: 2026-09-10T10:00:00.000+05:30
End: 2026-09-10T17:00:00.000+05:30
Location: Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, Dwarka, New Delhi

KPMG in India's engagement with BRICS extends beyond the BRICS Solutions Awards, with its leaders actively participating in four BRICS Working Groups to contribute institutional expertise across key agenda areas.

The representatives include

Mr. Akhilesh Tuteja, Head C&M, Global Head-Cyber Security (Digital Economy & AI)
Mr. Mohit Bhasin, Partner & Global India (Manufacturing)
Ms. Namrata Rana, National Head of ESG (Energy, Green Economy & Climate)
Mr. Preetam Mohan Singh, Partner (Trade & Investment)

Digital economy & artificial intelligence

The working group provides a platform to contribute to discussions on:

• Digital transformation

• Artificial intelligence

• Emerging technologies

• Digital public infrastructure

• Innovation-led economic growth

• Responsible and inclusive adoption of AI

Manufacturing

The working group provides a platform to strengthen industrial cooperation and advance competitiveness across BRICS economies.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Modernisation of manufacturing clusters

• Adoption of advanced production technologies

• Integration of MSMEs into global value chains

• Standards and certification alignment

• Sustainable and resilient manufacturing practices

• Innovation in materials and processes

Energy, green economy & climate

The working group focuses on the intersection of energy security, climate action and sustainable economic growth.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Clean energy transition

• Green economy

• Climate resilience

• Sustainable development

• Resource efficiency

• Energy security

Trade & investment

The working group provides a platform for engagement on strengthening economic cooperation among BRICS economies.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Trade facilitation

• Investment promotion

• Cross-border economic cooperation

• Business and investment ecosystems

• Market access

• Competitiveness and ease of doing business

Digital economy & artificial intelligence Manufacturing Energy, green economy & climate Trade & investment

Digital economy & artificial intelligence

The working group provides a platform to contribute to discussions on:

• Digital transformation

• Artificial intelligence

• Emerging technologies

• Digital public infrastructure

• Innovation-led economic growth

• Responsible and inclusive adoption of AI

Manufacturing

The working group provides a platform to strengthen industrial cooperation and advance competitiveness across BRICS economies.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Modernisation of manufacturing clusters

• Adoption of advanced production technologies

• Integration of MSMEs into global value chains

• Standards and certification alignment

• Sustainable and resilient manufacturing practices

• Innovation in materials and processes

Energy, green economy & climate

The working group focuses on the intersection of energy security, climate action and sustainable economic growth.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Clean energy transition

• Green economy

• Climate resilience

• Sustainable development

• Resource efficiency

• Energy security

Trade & investment

The working group provides a platform for engagement on strengthening economic cooperation among BRICS economies.

Key areas of relevance include:

• Trade facilitation

• Investment promotion

• Cross-border economic cooperation

• Business and investment ecosystems

• Market access

• Competitiveness and ease of doing business

KPMG in India's contribution in BRICS Working Groups spans technology, sustainability, trade, and manufacturing. Drawing on expertise in digital transformation, AI, energy transition, and industrial strategy, KPMG in India supports discussions on innovation, climate resilience, market access, and supply‑chain modernisation. Its participation strengthens cooperation among BRICS economies while embedding institutional knowledge into Working Group reports, ensuring practical insights shape the broader BRICS agenda.

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Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability

Akhilesh Tuteja

Partner & National Leader - Clients and Markets and Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT)

KPMG in India

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To build trusted, resilient, and inclusive digital ecosystems across BRICS member nations, several priority areas have been identified:

Strengthen Infrastructure & AI Readiness: Building affordable connectivity, expanding scalable compute capacity, and leveraging interoperable Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) can support seamless digital trade.
Enhance Cybersecurity & Trust: Protecting critical supply chains, sharing threat intelligence, and providing accessible cybersecurity solutions for MSMEs can help strengthen the security of the connected economy.
Drive Responsible & Sustainable AI: Accelerating AI adoption in sectors such as healthcare and agriculture, while promoting harmonized standards, green compute, and respect for digital sovereignty, can support responsible and sustainable digital transformation.