President Xi Jinping's key quotes at Session I of 18th BRICS Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at Session I of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, on Saturday.

Xi said that BRICS should strive to be a pioneer of the times and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity.

Noting China will host the 19th summit next year, Xi said the Chinese side stands ready to work with all parties to build consensus, create a better future and embark on BRICS' third "golden decade," jointly opening up a bright future of prosperity and progress.

Here are some of his key quotes.