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Iran speaker Ghalibaf to skip BRICS forum in Delhi
Hindustan Times·
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf will skip the 12th BRICS parliamentary forum in New Delhi because of unforeseen circumstances, the Iranian embassy said on Saturday. An Iranian parliamentary delegation will attend in his place. The forum is set for October 26 and 27 at Samvidhan Sadan. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will chair the meeting.
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What It Means For You
- The speakers' meeting runs October 26-27 at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend, with Om Birla chairing.
- Iran says a parliamentary delegation will still take part.
What's Happening
- The Iranian embassy in India cited unforeseen circumstances for Ghalibaf's absence.
- Iran reaffirmed commitment to high-level BRICS participation despite the change.
- Delegations from member and partner countries are expected in New Delhi.
Who Else Is Around the Table
- The forum is expected to draw 11 BRICS members and 10 partner countries.
- Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia have been reported as not participating.
- India hosted the BRICS Leaders' Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13.
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