Prime Minister Modi highlighted the challenges faced by the Global South in food and energy security during the third ‘Voice of Global South’ summit. He assured participating countries of India’s strong commitment to supporting crucial areas, including digital public infrastructure. The summit was hosted digitally by India.

Challenges from War and Global Uncertainties

In his opening speech, PM Modi expressed concern over the effects of global uncertainties on developing countries. He noted that the world is still grappling with the impact of COVID-19. Additionally, the ongoing war has created challenges for development. Modi pointed out that countries are facing not only climate change issues but also concerns about health, food, and energy security.

Terrorism, Extremism, and Separatism

PM Modi also addressed the threats of terrorism, extremism, and separatism. He mentioned that these issues pose serious risks to societies. Moreover, he highlighted the technological divide and the new economic and social challenges that arise from it. He criticized global governance and financial institutions from the last century for their inability to tackle current challenges.

Unity of the Global South

PM Modi described the ‘Voice of Global South’ summit as a platform for discussing development issues. He emphasized that under India’s leadership in the G20, an agenda based on the expectations and aspirations of the Global South was created. He stated that the strength of the Global South lies in its unity and that this unity will guide them toward new directions. The summit serves as a platform to voice the needs and aspirations of those who have been previously unheard.

What is Global South?

The Global South is a group of over 100 countries. The world is often divided into two parts based on economic and social factors: the Global North and the Global South. The Global North includes mostly developed and industrialized countries like the USA, UK, and Japan. The Global South consists of less developed countries, mainly in Asia and Africa.