RECOGNIZING the important role of the WHO and National Governments and committed to working closely with relevant organisations and the international community towards fighting the pandemic and its impact. EXPRESSING deepest condolences and sympathies for the loss of life and suffering caused by the pandemic. REAFFIRMING our shared commitment to enhance cooperation and mutual support among the BRICS countries to control and contain the spread of the pandemic, addressing the adverse impact of the pandemic on our societies and economies. SUPPORTING governments’ efforts to mitigate the pandemic’s effects on jobs and growth, and lay the foundations for a strong and inclusive recovery. BRICS business organisations can be a strong partner for the National Governments and play a key role in helping to identify solutions that maximize healthy outcomes while minimising economic damage.