“There’s been ostentatious demonstration of hegemonic state power” Interview Environmental and social justice researcher Bhargavi S.Rao on noticeable absence of intelligentia, academia, scientific community, independent media, and gender considerations at C20 discussions. By Bhargavi S.Rao and Sadia Sohail
“C20 rarely a forum for deep, wide civil society participation in G20” Interview Environmentalist Ashish Kothari on the global group’s impact – or lack of it – on sustainable development. By Ashish Kothari and Sadia Sohail
A successful T20 wrap up! Article G20’s think tank engagement group in its role has been able to navigate effectively on most issues, especially amplifying the voice of developing nations. By Shalini Yog Shah
A half-hearted effort: The G20’s Finance Track Article The G20 Presidency rotation among middle income countries is expected to give a voice to poor nations. The Finance Track aims to address debt crises and climate finance gaps, but obstacles from developed nations have led India's Presidency to focus on softer options. By C.P. Chandrasekhar
“C20 platform needs a permanent structure” Interview As India assumes the Presidency of G20, Harsh Jaitli, CEO of Voluntary Action Network of India (VANI), a national network of Indian voluntary development organisations, speaks at length about the importance of having a robust C20 platform in an interview with Shalini Yog Shah. By Shalini Yog Shah
Prioritising agriculture and energy at G20 Article Creating a roadmap for sustainable food production and renewable energy systems for the world is one of the most important tasks before the Indian Presidency. By Dr. Biswajit Dhar
G20 in India We aim to take stock of G20 prospects for the Indian Presidency in 2023, while also exploring fundamental shifts that are re-shaping global cooperation trends. We want to highlight new approaches and the potential for alternatives that may emerge. Contributions provide civil society perspectives; and other interest groups from politics, think tanks, academia and government will share from their valuable work.
India’s trysts with South-South Cooperation Article It’s time for the country to showcase its leadership potential in international arena. By Shubha Chacko
The Indian Presidency of G20 Article Towards sustainable development needs of the Global South and dialogue on pending macro issues. By Anuradha Chenoy
G20, India’s Presidency and the value of multilateralism Article In a polarised world, the country can leverage itself as the “voice of the Global South”, effectively connecting the South to the Global North. By Anuradha Chenoy
