Global South
PM Modi Makes History as First Head of Government to Receive Ethiopia's Highest Honor
Dec 17, 2025 02:39 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been awarded Ethiopia's highest honor, 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', becoming the first global head of government to receive this prestigious recognition. The award celebrates his exceptional contributions to strengthening India-Ethiopia relations and his visionary global leadership, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Prime Minister Modi's Strategic 3-Nation Tour to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman
Dec 12, 2025 02:06 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a four-day diplomatic mission to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman from December 15-18. This strategic visit coincides with significant diplomatic milestones, including the 75th anniversary of India-Jordan relations and 70 years of India-Oman diplomatic ties. The tour aims to strengthen bilateral partnerships in trade, defense, security, and cultural exchanges while addressing regional and global concerns of mutual interest.
India-Russia Relations: Navigating the New Geometry of Global Trade in a Multipolar World
Dec 04, 2025 04:09 pm CST
Russian President Putin's visit to India highlights the evolving India-Russia relationship amid global economic transformation. This analysis examines their asymmetric trade relationship, the changing relevance of multilateral institutions like WTO, sanctions effectiveness, and how India can leverage its position between East and West. As the world shifts from singular hierarchies to multiple economic networks, India has a unique opportunity to shape rather than merely respond to globalization's next chapter while maintaining strategic autonomy.
Trump Transforms G-20 Summit: Exclusive Miami Golf Resort Gathering Sparks International Controversy
Nov 28, 2025 05:26 pm CST
Donald Trump's decision to host the upcoming G-20 summit at his Miami golf resort with selective invitations has created international tension, particularly with his exclusion of South Africa. This unprecedented departure from diplomatic protocol highlights Trump's approach to reshaping global institutions, potentially strengthening China-Russia influence while testing traditional alliances. The controversial move forces G-20 members to choose between attendance and solidarity, signaling significant shifts in international relations under Trump's renewed presidency.
PM Modi Addresses Historic G20 Summit in Africa: Promoting 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' Vision
Nov 21, 2025 10:05 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Johannesburg for the first-ever G20 Summit held in Africa, where he will address all three sessions focusing on sustainable economic growth, climate resilience, and technological advancement. The visit includes participation in the IBSA Summit and engagement with the Indian diaspora, reinforcing India's commitment to global cooperation under the principle of 'One earth, One Family and One Future.'
PM Modi Heads to Historic First African G20 Summit in South Africa to Present India's Global Vision
Nov 21, 2025 11:23 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a three-day visit to Johannesburg for the historic first G20 Summit in Africa, where he will present India's perspective aligned with 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' vision. The summit, themed 'Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability,' offers Modi opportunities for bilateral meetings with world leaders and participation in the IBSA Summit, continuing the legacy of India's G20 presidency that welcomed the African Union as a permanent member.
PM Modi Travels to South Africa for Historic 20th G20 Leaders' Summit on African Continent
Nov 21, 2025 10:26 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Johannesburg to attend the 20th G20 Leaders' Summit in South Africa, marking the first such gathering on African soil. The summit, running from November 21-23, continues the focus on Global South priorities under South Africa's presidency theme of 'Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.' This fourth official visit by PM Modi to South Africa highlights the strengthening diplomatic ties between the nations and underscores India's commitment to global economic cooperation.
Critical Gap: Less Than 1% of Climate Funding Allocated to Health Systems Despite Projected 15.6 Million Deaths by 2050
Nov 08, 2025 10:06 pm CST
A new report by Adelphi reveals that only 0.5% of multilateral climate funding has been directed toward adapting health systems to climate change since 2004, despite projections that climate change could cause up to 15.6 million deaths by 2050. With COP30 approaching, the report highlights an urgent need to bridge the gap between climate finance and health priorities, especially for vulnerable regions like South Asia, which receives no country-specific health adaptation funding despite facing 18% of projected climate-related health impacts.
PM Modi Announces 2026 as ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation During Virtual Summit
Oct 26, 2025 07:56 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the ASEAN-India Summit, highlighting growing cooperation in maritime security, blue economy, and humanitarian assistance. Modi declared 2026 as the "ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation" while emphasizing that the partnership between India and ASEAN, representing nearly a quarter of the world's population, forms a powerful foundation for global stability and growth amid current challenges.
India Calls Out UN Gridlock as Pakistan Shields Terror Group Behind Pahalgam Attack
Oct 24, 2025 10:15 pm CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the United Nations' ineffectiveness in addressing terrorism, highlighting Pakistan's attempts to protect terror organizations at the UNSC. Speaking at the UN's 80th anniversary, he emphasized the urgent need for reforms as the global body becomes increasingly polarized and gridlocked, particularly in its response to terrorism and development challenges facing the Global South.