In a momentous turn of events, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly declared the official adoption of the New Delhi Leaders’ Summit Declaration at the G20, signalling a significant triumph as member states united in consensus.
The announcement of the New Delhi Leaders’ Summit Declaration’s adoption marked a ground-breaking achievement on the opening day of the G20 Summit, where a resounding “100% consensus” was reached among member nations. Prime Minister Modi, in his characteristic fervour, hailed this accomplishment as both “historic and path breaking.”
“I have received good news. Due to the hard work of our team, consensus has been built on New Delhi G20 Leaders’ Summit Declaration. My proposal is to adopt this leadership declaration. I announce to adopt this declaration. On this occasion, I congratulate my Sherpa, ministers, who worked hard for it and made it possible,” proclaimed PM Modi during the momentous announcement.
“The #NewDelhiLeadersDeclaration has been officially adopted at the #G20India Leaders’ Summit! Today’s era must be marked as the golden age of human-centric globalisation & India’s G20 Presidency under the leadership of PM @narendramodi has worked tirelessly towards this goal,” Kant posted on X (formerly Twitter).
The New Delhi Declaration, spanning 38 paragraphs, was adopted with unanimous support, encompassing all developmental and geo-political aspects. Notably, the consensus on the “geopolitical paras,” a reference to addressing the Ukraine crisis, was a remarkable testament to Prime Minister Modi’s leadership on the global stage.
This consensus achievement places G20 India at the pinnacle of ambition within the history of G20 presidencies, showcasing the nation’s commitment to fostering international cooperation and addressing pressing global challenges.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi passionately called for bridging the “global trust deficit,” an issue exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. India, in a bid to break the deadlock surrounding the Delhi Declaration, introduced a new text addressing the Ukraine crisis. The deep divisions within the G20, especially regarding the Ukraine conflict, had Western nations pushing for a strong condemnation of Russia in the Leaders’ Declaration, while others advocated for a more comprehensive focus on broader economic concerns.
Amidst the diplomatic manoeuvres at the summit, plans for a rail and shipping corridor connecting India with the Middle East and Europe took center stage. This project, which garnered acclaim from US President Joe Biden as a “big deal,” holds the potential to revolutionise trade, energy transport, and digital connectivity.
Involving countries such as India, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Israel, and the European Union, this corridor represents a visionary initiative that could spur economic growth, foster political cooperation, and transform the Middle East into a hub of economic activity.
In essence, the successful adoption of the New Delhi Declaration at the G20 Summit reflects a moment of unity and progress on the global stage, underscoring India’s leadership and its commitment to shaping a more cooperative and interconnected world.