US boycotts G20 talks, embassy official to join handover; PM Modi to attend: What it means for India’s agenda
In a surprising diplomatic move, the United States has opted out of formal discussions at the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg, citing allegations of “genocide” against South Africa’s white minority — a claim strongly rejected by Pretoria. Though a U.S. embassy official will attend the handover ceremony, no senior U.S. participation is expected. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to play a central role at the summit, addressing three major G20 sessions focused on inclusive economic growth, climate resilience, and future technologies. India aims to spotlight issues such as development finance, tech governance, counterterrorism, and deeper South–South cooperation. With the spotlight on Global South leadership, Modi’s engagement underscores India’s commitment to steering a progressive and equitable global agenda.
The Key points
- The U.S. has chosen to boycott official G20 talks, citing alleged mistreatment of South Africa’s white minority.
- A U.S. Embassy representative will nonetheless attend the formal G20 presidency handover.
- The 2025 G20 Summit is being held in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 22–23.
- Prime Minister Modi is attending in person and will speak across all three major sessions.
- India’s priorities include financing for development, equitable trade, and reducing global debt.
- Modi is expected to push for climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, and energy transition.
- Emerging technologies, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence will figure prominently in India’s pitch.
- Counterterrorism is likely to be a key demand from India, advocating for firm global action.
- Strengthening South–South cooperation — particularly through IBSA (India–Brazil–South Africa) — is high on India’s agenda.
- Modi will hold bilateral meetings alongside the summit to discuss trade, energy, and security.
Disclaimer: This preview includes title, image, and description automatically sourced from the original website (www.moneycontrol.com) using publicly available metadata / OG tags. All rights, including copyright and content ownership, remain with the original publisher. If you are the content owner and wish to request removal, please contact us from your official email to no_reply@newspaperhunt.com.
