CCI hosts BRICS Heads of Competition Authorities meeting in Udaipur; joint statement adopted
The Competition Commission of India hosted the meeting of Heads of BRICS Competition Authorities in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on 8 August 2026, where a joint statement on fair competition, including in renewable energy markets, was adopted.
Summary
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) hosted the Meeting of Heads of BRICS Competition Authorities in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on 8 August 2026 under India's BRICS Chairship. The heads adopted a Joint Statement on 'Strengthening Cooperation to Promote Fair Competition, including in Renewable Energy Markets'. CCI Chairperson Ravneet Kaur highlighted the cross-border nature of digital markets and emerging technologies. Brazil's competition authority CADE briefed members on preparations for the Xth BRICS International Competition Conference in Brazil in 2027.
Key facts
- Host
- Competition Commission of India
- Venue
- Udaipur, Rajasthan, 8 Aug 2026
- Outcome
- Joint Statement on fair competition, incl. renewable energy markets
- CCI Chairperson
- Ravneet Kaur
- Next
- Xth BRICS International Competition Conference, Brazil, 2027
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Where did the Competition Commission of India host the meeting of Heads of BRICS Competition Authorities on 8 August 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Udaipur
The CCI hosted the meeting in Udaipur, Rajasthan, under India's BRICS Chairship.
Who is the Chairperson of the Competition Commission of India, who addressed the BRICS competition heads' meeting in August 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Ravneet Kaur
CCI Chairperson Ravneet Kaur delivered the inaugural address at the meeting in Udaipur.
Consider the following statements about the BRICS competition authorities' meeting of August 2026: 1. The joint statement adopted focused on fair competition, including in renewable energy markets. 2. The Xth BRICS International Competition Conference will be held in India in 2027. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. Brazil's CADE is preparing to host the Xth BRICS International Competition Conference in Brazil in 2027.