Prime Minister Narendra Modi writes on India’s G20 presidency: 10 key takeaways
Narendra Modi has highlighted the journey in an op-ed for the Hindustan Times. Here are 10 key takeaways. India's G20 presidency, marked by challenges like the COVID-19 aftermath, climate threats and financial instability, focused on shifting from GDP-centric to human-centric progress.
Inclusivity was central, with the African Union's inclusion in G20 and the hosting of the "Voice of the Global South Summit". Domestically, “Jan Bhagidari" engaged India's population in G20 activities. The G20 2023 Action Plan, formulated under India, focused on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with an emphasis on health, education and environmental sustainability.
India's leadership in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) was pivotal. India introduced the “Green Development Pact" and set ambitious goals like tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030. Initiatives like the Global Biofuels Alliance and Green Hydrogen were significant.
Recognising the financial needs of developing countries for climate efforts, the G20 emphasised enhanced Multilateral Development Banks and a substantial increase in development financing. A Working Group on the Empowerment of Women was established, aligning with India's Women’s Reservation Bill 2023, which aims for greater female representation in legislative bodies. The New Delhi Declaration underscored the importance of policy coherence, reliable trade and ambitious climate action.
India's presidency achieved 87 outcomes and 18 adopted documents. India led discussions on terrorism and economic growth. It also emphasised humanitarianism over hostility, advocating for a policy of zero tolerance towards terrorism.
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