South Africa
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South Africa
Nov 23, 2025
As the summit progresses, the Indian delegation remains steadfast in its commitment to collaborative efforts that leverage the capabilities and potential of all nations, particularly those of the Global South.
South Africa’s diplomatic efforts, the Indian delegation to the G20 Leaders' Summit has commended President Cyril Ramaphosa for orchestrating a successful and inclusive summit.
This commendation came during a media briefing on Saturday, led by Indian High Commissioner to South Africa, Prabhat Kumar, along with senior officials, including Sudhakar Dalela, Secretary for Economic Relations, Randhir Jaiswal, official spokesperson from the Ministry of External Affairs, and Shambhu L Hakki, the Sherpa.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the summit earlier that day, unveiling India’s official agenda and highlighting four core priorities that are guiding this year’s discussions. Notably, he expressed concern regarding the existing economic models that have historically marginalised low-income countries, accentuating their struggle for resources while underscoring the unsustainable extraction of Africa's wealth.
“It's encouraging to witness that many historic decisions made during the New Delhi G20 Summit in 2023 have gained traction,” Modi stated, referencing key initiatives on skilled migration, tourism, food security, artificial intelligence, the digital economy, innovation, and women’s empowerment.
He further called for increased representation from the Global South within global governance frameworks, reinforcing India’s commitment to championing their needs.
Reflecting on Modi's presentation, Sudhakar Dalela articulated India's support for pivotal calls for enhanced disaster resilience and response, as well as ensuring debt sustainability for low-income nations.
He emphasised the need to harness critical minerals for sustainable economic growth while mobilising resources for a just energy transition.
“This year's G20 has sent a robust message aligned with the overarching theme of solidarity, equality, and sustainability, focusing on four key priorities as identified by the South African presidency,” Dalela noted.
The priorities include strengthening disaster resilience and response, taking decisive action toward debt sustainability for low-income countries, and critically, harnessing minerals crucial for sustainable growth.
