New Delhi : World Leaders Converge in India Amid Global Challenges

PM Modi Extends G20 Summit Invitation to Global Leaders Including President Biden and PMs Albanese and Sunak In New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to attend the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India, on September 9 and 10. Albanese’s visit to India marks the first leg of a three-nation tour, followed by visits to Indonesia and the Philippines after participating in the G20 meeting.

G20 Summit in New Delhi:

This high-profile gathering aims to address pressing global challenges.

Arrival and Reception In New Delhi:

General VK Singh is scheduled to welcome President Biden upon his arrival on September 8. Prime Minister Albanese will arrive in India ahead of the summit and stay at the Imperial Hotel in New Delhi.

UK’s Maiden Trip To New Delhi:

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will make his inaugural visit to India to participate in the G20 Summit. He will be accompanied by NSA Tim Barrow, who will also attend the crucial summit discussions.

Consensus Challenges:

The UK delegation, including Sunak and Barrow, will contribute to efforts to reach a joint communique at the G20 Summit. Achieving consensus may be challenging due to differences related to Russia and China’s positions.

Bilateral Investment Treaty:

Sunak and Prime Minister Modi are expected to sign a bilateral investment treaty parallel to the Free Trade Agreements (FTA) between the UK and India. Trade treaty negotiations have been ongoing, with India also hosting the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in August.

Japanese Prime Minister’s Arrival:

Meanwhile Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to arrive in India on September 8 to participate in the G20 Summit. Japan aims to convey its stance on international issues, with a focus on food security, development, health, and digitalization.

Global Coordination To Take Place At G20 New Delhi:

Japan intends to coordinate with India on key global issues given India’s leadership role at the G20 and its hosting of the Voice of Global South Summit.

Conclusion:

Hence the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi brings together world leaders. They together will address critical global challenges. Which may include economic, trade, and geopolitical issues. The participation of leaders like President Biden, Prime Minister Albanese, and Prime Minister Sunak underscores the summit’s significance in facilitating international cooperation and coordination on pressing matters.