Brasilia, June 5 -- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday emphasised the need for a fair and rule-based global trading system while addressing the 2nd Working Session of the BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brasilia, an official release said.

As per the Release, LS Speaker Om Birla said, "India supports a fair and rule-based global trading system--one that adequately addresses the needs and aspirations of the Global South."

He added, "India views the BRICS Parliamentary Forum as a vital platform, where, through shared efforts and dialogue, we can redefine the contours of economic development. This forum further reinforces our commitment to mutual cooperation, solidarity, and the welfare of our citizens."

He added that "Despite global chal...