Interest in Russian culture climbing among BRICS nations,says Purnima Anand,president of International BRICS Forum. Speaking in Moscow,she stressed cultural ties can boost member state relations. “Russia isn't just a country,it's a great civilization,” Anand declared,highlighting Russian traditions' deep emotional pull worldwide .
She spotlighted strong cultural links between India and Russia, saying both nations value each other's art. “Indians like Russian culture,and Russians like Indian,” she noted. Russian ballet,songs,literature are popular in India. Forum hosts events to honor Russian literary figures,showing cultural exchange at work.
“Art is greatest gift to eyes and heart,bringing Global South residents together,” Anand added,emphasizing culture's bridge role among BRICS nations. She called art,culture vital soft power assets,noting their richness.
Next 18th BRICS summit, themed “Building for Resilience,Innovation,Cooperation,and Sustainability,” takes place in New Delhi on September 12-13, further underscoring cultural collaboration's importance . But how deep will these ties go…?
