India Host 3rd Edition of Global South Summit

India will host the third Voice of the Global South Summit on August 17, 2024. This virtual event will address major global issues like conflicts, development challenges, and climate change. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the summit, which will involve discussions with representatives from various countries.

Purpose of the Summit

The summit provides a platform for countries in the Global South—those in Latin America, Africa, and parts of Asia to share their views, difficulties, and priorities. Its goal is to improve communication and cooperation among developing nations. The first summit took place in January 2023, and the second in November 2023, just after the G20 Summit. Each event involved over 120 countries.

Themes of Previous Summits

Themes for the Summits:

• First Summit (January 2023): “Unity of Voice, Unity of Purpose”
• Second Summit (November 2023): “Together, for Everyone’s Growth, with Everyone’s Trust”

Both themes focused on working together and collective effort.

Key Issues Addressed

Main Focus Areas of the Summits:

• Climate change
• Sustainable development
• Global governance

Ministerial sessions covered various topics like foreign affairs, education, finance, environment, energy, health, and trade.

Initiatives Announced

• Global South Centre of Excellence (‘Dakshin’)
• Global South Science and Technology Initiative
• Global South Scholarship Programme
• Cooperation in the health sector
• Global South Young Diplomats Forum

These initiatives aim to promote knowledge sharing and cooperation on important issues.

About Global South Summit

The Global South Summit, which started in 2004 in Havana, Cuba, seeks to enhance cooperation among developing nations. It includes diverse cultures and economies and focuses on sustainable development, climate change, and social equality. The outcomes of these summits can influence UN policies and improve partnerships among member states, with rotating leadership to ensure inclusivity.

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences