NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed a significant gathering of Global South nations, calling for unified action to champion the priorities of developing economies on international platforms. In his address, he drew attention to the evolving global landscape and the shared strategies required to resolve complex systemic challenges confronting developing nations.
The minister stressed that structural challenges such as food insecurity, volatile energy markets, climate pressures, and economic inequalities weigh most heavily on nations across the Global South. He underscored the urgent necessity for structural reforms within multilateral organizations and international financial institutions, advocating for a more inclusive, balanced framework that ensures fair representation for the developing world.
The meeting highlighted mutual commitments to strengthen regional cooperation, accelerate technology exchanges, and align partnerships toward sustainable development objectives. Jaishankar concluded by affirming that sustained solidarity and structured dialogue remain critical for Global South nations to secure a decisive, influential voice in shaping global policymaking.
