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India's MoS Margherita championed inclusive social protection at the G20 Development Ministers' Meeting. He held key bilateral talks with UK, French and South African counterparts on climate finance and AI cooperation. The minister invited South Africa to join global initiatives like the Solar Alliance. Margherita emphasized India's commitment to sustainable development goals during his Africa tour.

Key Points: MoS Margherita Highlights India's SDG Push at G20 South Africa Meet

  • Margherita pushes for bridging SDG financing gaps
  • Meets UK, France & South African ministers on sidelines
  • Invites South Africa to join Solar Alliance
  • Stresses AI & climate finance in global partnerships
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MoS Margherita attends G20 meeting in South Africa

India's MoS Margherita advocates for SDG financing & global partnerships at G20 Development Ministers' Meeting in South Africa

"Discussions were held on 4P and continuing our common interest in AI, reform of international financial architecture, and disaster resilience - Pabitra Margherita"

Johannesburg, July 25

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Friday underscored India's accomplishment in achieving inclusive social protection for all while calling for urgent action to bridge the financing gap for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) during the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting (DMM) in South Africa.

"Participated in the first session of the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting on Combating Illicit Financial Flows and Social Protection today. Highlighted India's key achievements in ensuring inclusive Social Protection for all and emphasised the need to bridge the SDG financing gap," Margherita posted on X.

The minister also held a meeting with Jenny Chapman, the Baroness Chapman of Darlington and UK's Minister for International Development, on the sidelines of the event.

"Had discussions on the potential areas of FCDO-India partnership going forward and a range of issues of common importance such as climate finance, reform of the international financial architecture and areas of bilateral cooperation including in technology, trade and education," said Margherita.

Earlier, the Minister of State met the South African Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa. During the meeting, he expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African Presidency and emphasised the importance of critical minerals and debt sustainability for Africa. He invited South Africa to join the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.

Margherita also held a meeting with Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, France's Minister of International Partnerships, on the sidelines of the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting (DMM).

Both leaders discussed the 4Ps (Planet, People, Peace and Prosperity), pursuing the shared interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) restructuring of the global financial architecture and enhancing disaster resilience.

“It was a pleasure to meet Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister’s Meeting. Discussions were held on 4P and continuing our common interest in AI, reform of international financial architecture, and disaster resilience," Margherita posted on X.

The MoS arrived at Kruger National Park in South Africa's Mpumalanga on Thursday to attend the G20 DMM after concluding his successful visit to Lesotho and Eswatini.

Margherita stated that he is looking forward to "meaningful engagements" with stakeholders from G20 members and invited nations to discuss key development issues faced by the world.

South Africa holds the G20 Presidency from December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2025 under the theme of 'Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.'

- IANS

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Sarah B
While India's achievements are commendable, I wish our ministers would focus more on domestic implementation gaps. Many rural areas still lack basic social security. International recognition is good, but ground reality matters more.
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Ananya R
The focus on AI and climate finance is much needed! India should leverage its IT prowess to lead in these areas. Also happy to see cooperation with France - their technology can complement our Jugaad innovation 😊
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Vikram M
International Solar Alliance is India's best foreign policy initiative in decades! Solar energy is the future and we're positioning ourselves as global leaders. More African nations should join - their solar potential is massive.
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Kavya N
Hope these meetings translate to actual benefits for common people. Too often we hear about high-profile meetings but don't see results. Still, proud of India's growing global influence! ✨
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Michael C
Interesting to see India-UK cooperation continuing post-Brexit. The focus on education and technology partnerships could benefit both nations. As someone working in EdTech, I'm particularly excited about this development.

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