India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, highlighted the importance of addressing the concerns of the global south in promoting economic growth and development during the B20 Summit, stating that India recognized the absence of the global south's voice in the G20 and took steps to rectify this by convening the Global South Summit.
India is positioning itself as an alternative to China in the global supply chain, aiming to become a major manufacturing hub and increase its role in the production of goods, as the world seeks solutions to supply chain disruptions caused by health crises and geopolitical events.
India's recent achievements and economic growth have positioned it as a rising global power, but the country must address its challenges in poverty, job creation, education, and inequality in order to fully realize its potential.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described India as an "extraordinarily important" economy and a significant partner in various sectors, including combating climate change and fostering economic growth. He also highlighted Canada's commitment to defending peaceful protests while opposing violence and hatred, emphasizing that the actions of a few do not represent the entire community or the country.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that the West is not to be blamed for flooding Asian and African markets with goods, and there is a need to move past the negative perception of the West.
India's engagement with the Global South is deeply rooted in its culture and philosophy, as stated by India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, highlighting the country's commitment to development partnerships and provision of vaccines and medicines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has stated that countries in positions of influence and with historical power are resisting pressure to change, leading to a world of double standards; he emphasized the need for cultural rebalancing and respect for diversity.
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, expressed concern about the increasing presence of Chinese naval activity in the Indian Ocean, raising implications for regional security, and emphasized the importance of monitoring Chinese port activities in the region.
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, indirectly referred to Pakistan's crisis and stated that it is facing long term issues due to various factors and mistakes in its economic progress, while highlighting India's regional cooperation efforts and the exceptional situation of the dormant SAARC due to one member's support of terrorism.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized Canada for violence, threats, and intimidation against Indian diplomats and missions, asserting that such actions should not be normalized and questioning if the world would react similarly if it happened to another country.
