India host 3rd Voice of Global South Summit: Key Highlights

The 3rd Voice of Global South Summit, hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to provide a platform for developing countries to voice their needs and aspirations for a sustainable future.

Summit Overview and Objectives

Third Voice of Global South Summit held virtually on August 17, 2024
Theme: "An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable Future"
Hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Aims to provide a platform for developing countries to voice their needs and aspirations
Extends Modi's vision of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas'
Rooted in the Indian philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The world is one family)
Focuses on sustainable development goals and women-led initiatives
Addresses key areas including development, climate change, health, and energy security

Global Challenges and Summit Agenda

PM Modi highlighted global uncertainties, including:
- Ongoing impact of COVID-19
- Challenges posed by ongoing conflicts
- Climate change concerns
- Issues of health, food, and energy security
Summit aims to discuss complex challenges affecting the world, particularly developing countries
Emphasis on unity among Global South countries to address these challenges
Platform for continued deliberations on priorities and solutions for the Global South
Structured into Leaders' Session and 10 Ministerial Sessions covering various themes

India's Role and Contributions

Under India's G20 presidency, the agenda was shaped by Global South expectations and priorities

India's contributions highlighted:

- Setting up hospitals, ventilators, and Jan Aushadhi centers in Africa and Pacific Islands
- Assistance to countries like Papua New Guinea and Kenya
- Humanitarian aid provided during conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar representing India
All Global South countries invited to participate
Over 100 countries participated in previous summits (January and November 2023)
Insights from previous summits incorporated into G20 discussions and New Delhi Leaders' Declaration

Key Sessions and Ministerial Meetings

Leaders' Session hosted by PM Modi on the summit's overarching theme
Sessions aim to address specific challenges and opportunities for the Global South

10 Ministerial Sessions covering crucial areas:

1. Foreign Ministers' Session on global paradigm for the Global South

2. Health Ministers' Session on "One World-One Health"

3. Youth Ministers' Session on future engagement

4. Commerce/Trade Ministers' Session on development perspectives

5. IT Ministers' Session on digital public infrastructure

6. Finance Ministers' Session on people-centric global finance

7. Second Foreign Ministers' Session on global governance

8. Energy Ministers' Session on sustainable solutions

9. Education Ministers' Session on human resource development

10. Environment Ministers' Session on mitigating climate change

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