In a turn of events, the G20 leaders, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reached a consensus on the New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration during the ongoing summit. The declaration has a particular focus on resolving the Ukraine conflict.
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After over 150
hours of intense negotiations, the G20 nations successfully hammered out a deal
that reflects their shared commitment to addressing pressing concerns and
fostering cooperation.
The announcement
of the consensus was met with applause from summit members, signifying the
immense effort and cooperation that went into this achievement. This consensus
is particularly noteworthy considering the substantial differences in
perspectives between the G7 nations and Russia and China.
The negotiations
were anything but easy, as the West sought a strong condemnation of Russia's
invasion of Ukraine in the text, a stance that faced resistance from the
opposing side. However, after deliberations and a breakthrough reached early
Saturday morning, the G20 negotiators managed to find common ground. This
success marks a major victory for India, which has been advocating for a
greater focus on developmental issues within the G20 framework.
India's presidency
emphasized a shift towards prioritizing economic concerns and closely
monitoring developments amidst a sharp slowdown in economic activity in Europe
and China.
Sherpa-level
talks, led by envoys of the G20 leaders, played a crucial role in resolving the
impasse. The draft agreement they formulated has received the unanimous
acceptance of the leaders. Notably, India's role in bridging differences within
the G20 was reaffirmed, as it had successfully played a pivotal role in
resolving a similar impasse during the previous year's summit in Bali.
The G20 leaders'
ability to unite and agree on a comprehensive declaration underscores the
importance of multilateral cooperation in addressing complex global challenges.
While significant progress has been made in recent days, the work of the G20
extends beyond this declaration. It represents a commitment to work together in
the face of diverse perspectives and competing interests, ultimately striving
for a more stable and prosperous world.
