PM Modi Amplifies Global South’s Voice At G20: Highlights Food Security, Inclusive Growth And Governance Reforms

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the urgent need for the G20 to prioritize the concerns of the Global South, which faces disproportionate impacts from global food, fuel, and fertilizer crises triggered by conflicts.

Speaking at the G20 session on Social Inclusion and the Fight Against Hunger and Poverty on Monday (18 November), Modi underscored the importance of aligning global discussions with the challenges and priorities of these nations.

“I would like to say that countries of the Global South are most adversely impacted by the food, fuel, and fertiliser crisis caused by global conflicts,” Modi stated. He added, “So our discussions can only be successful when we keep in mind the challenges and priorities of the Global South.”

A key highlight of the session was the launch of a global alliance against poverty and hunger, supported by over 80 nations. In a post on X, Modi hailed the initiative as “commendable,” describing it as a major step toward ensuring food security and uplifting vulnerable communities worldwide.

Reflecting on the continuity of G20 initiatives, Modi noted that the people-centric decisions made during the New Delhi summit have been “taken forward during Brazil’s presidency.”

He reiterated India's commitment to amplifying the voice of the Global South, recalling the historic inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20.

The Prime Minister also called for reforming global governance institutions, aligning them with the realities of the present. “And just as we amplified the voice of the Global South by granting permanent membership of the G-20 to the African Union during the New Delhi summit, we will reform institutions of global governance,” he said.

Highlighting India's developmental strides, Modi showcased efforts to strengthen food security globally. He mentioned India’s crop insurance scheme, which has benefited 40 million farmers with payouts worth $20 billion, and the development of over 2,000 climate-resilient crop varieties.

Additionally, he emphasized India's Digital Agriculture Mission and its digital public infrastructure, which has enabled significant strides in social and financial inclusion.

India’s aspirational districts and blocks project, Modi explained, has created a new model of inclusive development that focuses on empowering the weakest sections of society.

“The main reason for our success is our approach: back to basics and march to the future,” he remarked.

Reinforcing the enduring relevance of the G20's shared vision, Modi concluded, “It is clear that One Earth, One Family, One Future is as relevant at this summit as it was last year.”

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