G20 – It is an intergovernmental forum comprising 19 countries and the European Union. It works to address major issues related to the global economy, such as international financial stability, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development.
The 17th Annual summit of G20 aimed at bridging global divide is said to have delivered least!
At a time where Multilateralism is grasping for breath, I feel that history is set to repeat yet again, Case in point- THE COLD WAR & A POLARISED WORLD.
The ongoing war between Russia & Ukraine, and Russia’s failure to attend the summit leaves no room for a meaningful debate. The host country, Indonesia have also stressed “We have to be responsible in our duties to prevent any war!“
Similarly there are other problems as well, like
- US – Saudi Arabia tussle on oil production
- North – South divide on trade & business.
- Global food & energy crisis
These are the real issues concerning the global community which should have been discussed, but most countries did not even mind to touch these topics and bring solutions.
All they did was trumpeting their domestic achievements on such a global platform. For instance, the American President spoke about the Mid-term elections in America, highlighting the strength & resilience of the US democracy.
How does this in any way concern the world in the present time? Every year, Leaders use this platform to satisfy their vote bank for political purposes.
Though discussions occurred, they did not yield long term solutions! What is more compelling in media is the ‘behind the scenes’ than the OUTCOMES!
- The G20 countries do not agree on POLARISATION, but
- China & Brazil asked the host country, Indonesia to keep talks about Ukraine- Russia war off.
- How can such a divided body promote global peace?
- USA asked Saudi Arabia to ramp up oil production, which would reduce the pressure of crude oil hike but, Saudi Arabia listens to Russia.
- VACCINE INEQUITY
- There is huge gap to fill between rich and poor countries.
- CLIMATE GOALS DEADLOCK
- Europe is ditching its climate goals by reopening its thermal powerplants because of reduced gas supply from Russia.
Is the G20, housing 60% of world population, contributing 80% of the world GDP & with the ambition to provide instant solutions to unique challenges, still relevant???
With India assuming presidency for 2023, hope we find solutions to the global problems that actually matter!
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Howdy readers!!! With strong belief in the power of words, I look forward to help you choose the correct lens to perceive world issues and embrace positivity about the future!
Yes the Russia didn’t attend the Sumit since other countries will talk on the war. Yes India sail definitely have a solution to global problems.