Indonesian President Widodo symbolically hands over the G20 presidency to Modi Ji.
India will make the G20 a catalyst for global change, and its presidency of the group in 2023 will be inclusive and action-oriented. Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, Amid persisting differences among the world’s largest economies over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, As the G20 presidency was handed over to India by Indonesia, Modi said the country would work for collective action on global challenges such as food and energy security. Indonesian President Jokowi banged the gravel and symbolically handed it over to Modi to mark the change of presidency at the closing session of the G20 summit in Bali.In an address at the closing session, Modi ji noted, India is taking charge of the G20 at a time when the world is simultaneously grappling with geopolitical tension, economic slowdown, rising food and energy prices, and the long-term ill effects of the pandemic.Congratulations to President Obama for his effective leadership of the G20 at various times.
Modi ji said, The future generation won’t be able to take advantage of economic growth without peace and security.\The G20 has to convey a strong message in favour of peace and harmony. All the priorities are fully embodied in the theme of India’s G20 chairmanship: one Earth, one family, one future.Modi ji said it was a very auspicious coincidence that India assumed the G20 presidency on this Holi island of Bali, which has an age-old relationship with India.This is also a proud occasion for Indians, as the country will organise the G20 meeting in different cities and states.All should be assured that India’s G20 presidency will be inclusive, ambitious, decisive, and action-oriented.Together, we will make the G20 a catalyst for global change.
