India's G20 presidency has shaped its global future and brought the country to the forefront of the international stage, with discussions at the NDTV G20 Conclave focusing on energy transition, clean growth, digital economy, and India's rising global influence.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that the theme of India's G20 Presidency, 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' is not just a slogan but a comprehensive philosophy derived from the country's cultural ethos. He also highlighted the importance of including the African Union in the G20 and expressed his belief that India will soon be among the top three economies in the world. The G20 Summit, to be held in September, will see increased security measures with 1,500 Delhi Police personnel deployed outside the venue.
Nigeria is considering joining the G20, as President Bola Tinubu attends the G20 summit in India to promote foreign investment and encourage economic reforms.
The G20, which is meeting in New Delhi, India, has seen a major shift in power dynamics over the past two decades, with the BRICS bloc now having a slightly higher combined GDP than the US, and EU countries accounting for around 20% of the G20's economic output.
President Biden aims to use the G20 summit as an opportunity to strengthen the U.S.'s position as the leader of the global system, boost funding for the World Bank, and counterbalance China's Belt and Road Initiative; meanwhile, a potential strike looms for General Motors and Ford, and the Federal Reserve plans to maintain interest rates while addressing inflation concerns.
The Group of 20 (G20) is an international organization that aims to unite world leaders around shared economic, political, and health challenges, with its members representing more than 80 percent of the world's economic output. The annual G20 summit brings together finance ministers and heads of state to discuss and address key issues, often culminating in a joint statement of collective action.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak believes that the G20 leaders can address the enormous challenges facing the world and provide leadership, as he attends the summit in Delhi alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who emphasized India's inclusive approach to the G20 presidency and proposed granting the African Union permanent membership.
Saudi Arabia's membership in the G20 is a reflection of its growing importance in global energy exports, international trade, and financial resources, as well as its impact on the global economy and its commitment to stability and development.
The G20 in India will be remembered for its historic achievements, including bringing the African Union to the table and creating a global bio-fuel alliance, according to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
India's G20 presidency has been hailed as highly ambitious, achieving 112 outcomes and presidency documents and addressing key global issues such as sustainable development goals, climate action, and women-led development, while receiving exceptional support from developing nations and emerging markets.
India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, announced that the African Union (AU) has secured a permanent seat at the G20 summit, marking a significant milestone for India's G20 presidency and giving Africa a more influential role in global economic cooperation.
Leaders of the G20 summit in India overcame divisions on the Ukraine war and admitted the African Union to the bloc, while also announcing plans for a transport corridor and incremental progress on climate change.
The G20 summit in New Delhi highlighted the shift in power dynamics, as Western leaders signed a joint statement on Ukraine with Russia, recognizing the need for realpolitik and the importance of India's role in the emerging multipolar world. The inclusion of the African Union in the G20 and calls to increase World Bank lending to developing countries further reflect this changing landscape.
The G20 summit in New Delhi saw the admission of the African Union, the launch of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and an absence of Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, signaling shifts in the international order and a move towards more inclusive organizations; however, Pakistan must address its internal issues to participate in these global trade networks and have its voice heard on issues like Kashmir.
