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India's MoS Margherita met South Africa's planning minister to discuss joining the International Solar Alliance. He emphasized Africa's need for debt sustainability and critical minerals. Earlier, he held talks with France on AI and disaster resilience at the G20. South Africa's upcoming G20 presidency faces global challenges like climate change and inequality.

Key Points: MoS Margherita Invites South Africa to Join Solar Alliance at G20

  • Margherita highlights India-South Africa collaboration on solar energy
  • Stresses Africa's debt sustainability and critical minerals
  • Engages France on AI and disaster resilience
  • G20 talks focus on climate and development challenges
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MoS Margherita invites South Africa to join International Solar Alliance

India's MoS Margherita urges South Africa to join International Solar Alliance during G20 talks, emphasizing climate resilience and critical minerals.

"Glad to meet Maropene Ramokgopa... emphasized the importance of critical minerals and debt sustainability for Africa. - Pabitra Margherita"

Cape Town, July 25

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Friday met with South African Minister of the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa and invited the nation to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure.

Margherita expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency.

In a post on X, he said, "Glad to meet Maropene Ramokgopa, Minister of DPME, South Africa. Expressed India's support for the priorities of the South African presidency and emphasized the importance of critical minerals and debt sustainability for Africa. Also invited South Africa to join the International Solar Alliance and Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure."

https://x.com/PmargheritaBJP/status/1948654446667284540

Earlier on Thursday, he met Thani Mohamed-Soilihi Minister of International Partnerships of France on the margins of G20 Development Minister's Meeting.

In a post on X, he said, "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."

https://x.com/PmargheritaBJP/status/1948420623262187893

Margherita is in South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency.

In a post on X, he said, "Arrived at Kruger National park, Mpumalanga South Africa to attend G20 Development Ministers' Meeting under the South African G20 Presidency. Looking forward to meaningful engagements with stakeholders from G20 members and invited countries to discuss key development issues facing the world."

https://x.com/PmargheritaBJP/status/1948393347212595681

South Africa will hold the G20 Presidency from 1 December 2024 to 30 November 2025, only five years before the deadline of the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda.

South Africa's G20 Presidency takes place when the world is facing a series of overlapping and mutually reinforcing crises, including climate change, underdevelopment, inequality, poverty, hunger, unemployment, technological changes and geopolitical instability.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the solar alliance is good, I hope our government also focuses on domestic solar projects. Many villages in India still don't have reliable electricity. Charity begins at home!
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Rohit P
India is showing true leadership in renewable energy. This is how we counter China's influence in Africa - through sustainable partnerships, not debt traps. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone working in the solar industry, I appreciate India's efforts. But the real challenge will be ensuring technology transfer and fair pricing for African nations. Hope this isn't just diplomacy but actual implementation.
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Kavya N
Climate change affects us all. It's heartening to see India taking the lead in bringing nations together. More power to our solar mission! 🌞 Let's make the world greener together.
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Michael C
Interesting move by India. The solar alliance could be a game-changer for energy access in Africa. But will South Africa prioritize this over their existing energy partnerships with China?
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Divya L
Good initiative but implementation is key. We've seen many MoUs signed but ground reality is different. Hope this brings actual solar projects to rural Africa, not just paperwork.

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