PM Modi Arrives in Johannesburg for G20 Summit, Vows Productive Discussions
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Johannesburg on Friday, marking the beginning of his participation in the G20 Summit. The summit, which will take place from November 21 to 23, aims to strengthen international cooperation and advance development priorities. Upon his arrival, Modi expressed his excitement to engage in productive discussions with world leaders on key global issues. He emphasized the importance of cooperation and a better future for all. Modi's visit to Johannesburg is significant as it marks the first G20 Summit held on the African continent. The summit will focus on issues critical to India and the global south, including debt sustainability and just energy transition. The G20 Summit is an important forum for countries to come together and agree on key initiatives. Under the presidency of Brazil and South Africa, the summit has seen significant progress in various areas, including debt sustainability and just energy transition. This will be Modi's fourth official visit to South Africa, following his bilateral visit in 2016 and his attendance at the two BRICS summits in 2018 and 2023. The visit is expected to be a milestone in India's diplomatic efforts to strengthen ties with the African continent. According to Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary (ER) of the Ministry of External Affairs, the G20 Summit is crucial in addressing the concerns of the global south. He expressed happiness that the discussions have carried forward under the presidency of Brazil and South Africa, outlining four key verticals for their presidency. The summit is expected to produce significant outcomes in various areas, including debt sustainability and just energy transition.
