Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, beginning today. During the three-day gathering, Mr Modi will participate in all sessions and present India’s key priorities, including Global South concerns, sustainable development, climate action, energy transition and reforms in global governance. This marks Prime Minister Modi’s 12th G20 Summit appearance since taking office in 2014. This year’s gathering carries special significance as it is the first time the Summit is being hosted on the African continent.
The theme for 2025 is “Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability.” Under its Presidency, South Africa has focused on key priorities, including strengthening disaster resilience, ensuring debt sustainability for low-income countries, mobilizing finance for a just energy transition, and harnessing critical minerals to promote inclusive and sustainable growth. Prime Minister Modi arrived in Johannesburg last evening to attend the three-day Summit.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the G20 leaders’ Summit starting today. PM Modi will present India’s perspective on key global issues shaping the Summit’s agenda. The day’s highlights include the Prime Minister holding several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Summit. The opening session will focus on “Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth – Leaving No One Behind.” The G20, the premier forum for international economic cooperation, plays a critical role in shaping global economic stability. At its inception, the G20 comprised 19 countries and the European Union. The African Union was inducted as a permanent member under India’s presidency in 2023. India’s G20 Presidency has been regarded as a model for addressing global challenges, guided by Prime Minister Modi’s vision of an inclusive, ambitious, and decisive approach. India showcased its best practices, values, and cultural heritage reflecting the ancient philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – One Earth, One Family, One Future.”-Asonuo, Akashvani News, Johannesburg.
During its Presidency from December 2022 to November 2023, India hosted more than 200 meetings across 60 cities, representing all 28 States and 8 Union Territories. The Presidency witnessed participation on an unprecedented scale, with over one lakh attendees, including 30,000 delegates from 135 nationalities. India’s leadership provided a clear roadmap for transforming the G20 into a human-centric platform, laying the groundwork for a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable global future.
