multilateralism
South Africa's Strategic Withdrawal from G20 Following US Exclusion: Implications for Global Diplomacy
Dec 04, 2025 05:58 pm CST
South Africa has announced it will temporarily withdraw from G20 participation after being excluded by the United States under Trump's presidency. The diplomatic standoff follows tensions between the nations, with South Africa planning to return when Britain assumes G20 leadership. Despite the exclusion, South Africa does not expect other nations to boycott US-led meetings but hopes members will defend multilateralism and the G20's collaborative purpose.
Diplomatic Rift Escalates: Ramaphosa Condemns Trump's Decision to Exclude South Africa from G20 Miami Summit
Nov 27, 2025 02:40 pm CST
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has criticized US President Donald Trump's decision to exclude South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami. The diplomatic tension has intensified after Trump cited alleged human rights abuses against white farmers in South Africa as justification, while also announcing the cessation of financial aid to the country. Ramaphosa defended South Africa's G20 membership and called for continued multilateral cooperation among member nations, describing Trump's actions as based on misinformation about his country.
COP30: The Struggle to Maintain Climate Diplomacy and Fossil Fuel Transition Commitments
Nov 24, 2025 04:31 pm CST
A decade after the Paris Agreement, COP30 in Brazil reveals the challenging state of climate diplomacy as nations struggle to advance fossil fuel transition commitments. With the US absent and opposition from oil-producing countries, the summit narrowly avoided collapse through compromise language acknowledging previous climate pledges while establishing a separate initiative for fossil fuel roadmaps. The event highlights the tension between preserving multilateralism and pursuing ambitious climate action as the 1.5C target becomes increasingly unreachable.
Global Tensions Rise as Trump Skips G20 Summit Amid Ukraine Dispute and Climate Deadlock
Nov 22, 2025 08:19 pm CST
The G20 summit in Johannesburg faced significant challenges as Donald Trump's absence and a unilateral US plan for Ukraine created tensions with European allies. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of multilateralism while COP30 climate negotiations reached an impasse over fossil fuel phaseout agreements. The summit highlighted growing divisions in global governance as the US increasingly withdraws from international forums.
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet Receives Prestigious Indira Gandhi Peace Prize for Global Leadership and Gender Equality Advocacy
Nov 20, 2025 02:14 am CST
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet was honored with the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development, recognizing her pioneering leadership as Latin America's first woman Defense Minister, two-term President, and global advocate for women's rights through her work with UN Women and as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. Sonia Gandhi presented the award, highlighting Bachelet's transformative policies that advanced healthcare access, social protection, and gender equality.
India Defends Paris Agreement Integrity and Calls for Climate Finance Commitments at COP30
Nov 12, 2025 09:12 am CST
At COP30 in Brazil, India advocated for preserving the Paris Agreement's structure while emphasizing developed nations' legal obligations to provide climate finance and technology transfer to developing countries. India highlighted that adaptation finance must increase fifteen-fold and warned against unilateral climate-related trade measures that could burden developing economies. As spokesperson for both BASIC and LMDC groups, India reaffirmed the importance of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities in global climate action.
India Challenges "Biased" Myanmar Human Rights Report at UN General Assembly Session
Oct 29, 2025 07:54 pm CST
At the 80th UN General Assembly session, India criticized a "baseless and biased" report on Myanmar's human rights situation, particularly objecting to claims linking the April 2025 Pahalgam terrorist incident to Myanmar refugees. The Indian delegation reaffirmed its commitment to a Myanmar-led peace process and global disarmament efforts, highlighting ongoing humanitarian assistance through Operations Brahma and Sadbhav.
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.
From Commitments to Actions: Minister Yadav Calls for Climate Adaptation Focus at COP30 Summit
Oct 14, 2025 02:36 am CST
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav emphasizes transforming climate commitments into tangible actions at the upcoming COP30 climate conference in Brazil. Speaking at the Pre-COP30 Ministerial Roundtable, Yadav called for COP30 to be a landmark "COP of Adaptation," urging increased public finance for adaptation efforts while highlighting India's leadership in global climate initiatives. As nations prepare to advance the Paris Agreement goals, Yadav reinforced the importance of multilateralism and equitable climate action that improves lives worldwide.
Contrasting Visions at UN: Trump's Sovereignty vs. Jaishankar's Multilateralism Highlights Global North-South Divide
Oct 01, 2025 06:57 pm CST
The 80th UN General Assembly session revealed a growing divide between Trump's anti-globalist stance emphasizing American sovereignty and India's multilateral approach championed by Jaishankar. As the UN faces demands for reform amid ongoing global conflicts, these contrasting visions between the Global North and South signal a potential reshaping of international governance structures approaching the organization's centenary.