Rio Sets Up Massive Security Operation for BRICS Summit
Rio de Janeiro will host the BRICS Summit on July 6 and 7, 2025, bringing together leaders from major countries like Brazil, China, Russia, India, and South Africa.
The Brazilian government confirmed these details and has prepared a large security plan to keep everyone safe. Officials will deploy about 17,000 security personnel across the city.
This group includes 15,500 military police officers and 1,400 civil police agents. The federal government has also allowed the Armed Forces—Army, Navy, and Air Force—to help keep order from July 2 to July 9.
This legal permission lets the military work alongside police to protect the summit. The security plan uses new technology. Police and military will watch real-time camera feeds, use drones, and wear body cameras.
Special software will help identify faces and read car license plates. This technology should help spot any problems quickly and let teams respond fast. Before the summit, the Armed Forces practiced how to handle emergencies like chemical or biological attacks.
On June 17, the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Fire Department worked together at Forte de Copacabana. They practiced finding and treating victims, cleaning up dangerous materials, and moving people to safety.
All teams used special equipment and followed strict safety rules. Police stations along the routes used by summit guests will be ready to help anyone in trouble.
A mobile command center near the Museum of Modern Art, where some meetings will happen, will help police and military coordinate their work.
This big security effort shows how important the BRICS Summit is for Brazil and its partners. With so many world leaders in town, the risks are higher.
The government wants to make sure the event runs safely and smoothly. This matters for Brazil’s reputation and for building stronger ties with other countries.
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