G20

The country was effective in insulating the forum from geopolitical turbulence, making it more representative, placing the spotlight on the Global South and crafting a comprehensive blueprint of global solutions.

Consecutive G20 presidencies – Indonesia, India and Brazil – indicate Global South’s expanding influence but it may bring in problems of diluting existing targets for global action at local levels.

Can the ongoing ‘Act East Policy’ to bring the Northeast closer to the economic powerhouses of the Asia Pacific be further strengthened by India’s G20 leadership?

The 18th G20 Leaders’ Summit, led by India, concluded with the New Delhi Declaration. Amidst the Ukraine war and US-China tensions, uncertainty loomed over G20 consensus. India's diplomacy shone as G20 leaders aligned, keeping the forum relevant. However, the focus remains on the content of the consensus and its impact on global issues.

The G20 Summit in New Delhi has been rated as a crucial milestone in the journey of this forum since 2008. The essay examines the larger context in which the summit was held; the challenges India as its President faced; and the outcomes of the summit. The evaluation is undertaken from the perspective of geopolitics, unveiling the summit's seven special features and their impact. The author argues that on the triad of consensus, additionality, and implementation, the summit was a clear political and diplomatic success. However, deepening polarisation and the war in West Asia raise serious concerns about stability, peace, and prosperity in the world.

Environmental and social justice researcher Bhargavi S.Rao on noticeable absence of intelligentia, academia, scientific community, independent media, and gender considerations at C20 discussions.

Environmentalist Ashish Kothari on the global group’s impact – or lack of it – on sustainable development.

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.