Humanity is trapped in a zero-sum mindset, but our greatest challenges — climate change, terrorism and pandemics — can be solved not by fighting each other, but by acting togetherToday, India commences its G20 presidency.
Unfortunately, we remain trapped in the same zero-sum mindset even today. We see it when countries fight over territory or resources. We see it when supplies of essential goods are weaponised. We see it when vaccines are hoarded by a few, even as billions remain vulnerable. India’s G20 presidency will work to promote this universal sense of one-ness. Hence our theme: “One Earth, One Family, One Future”.
Housing one-sixth of humanity, and with its immense diversity of languages, religions, customs and beliefs, India is a microcosm of the world. Today, India is the fastest growing large economy. Our citizen-centric governance model takes care of even our most marginalised citizens, while nurturing the creative genius of our talented youth.
Our G20 priorities will be shaped in consultation with not just our G20 partners, but also our fellow travellers in the Global South, whose voice often goes unheard.