Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday delivered the opening address at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on the theme of “Social Inclusion and the Fight Against Hunger and Poverty.” He began by expressing gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for hosting the summit and praised Brazil’s G20 agenda for its emphasis on sustainable development.
“I would like to congratulate President Lula for the grand arrangements made for the organisation of the G20 summit and for his successful G20 Presidency,” PM Modi said.
PM Modi highlighted the continuity of India’s G20 presidency vision, “One Earth, One Family, One Future,” which, he noted, remains a central theme in Rio’s discussions. “It is clear that One Earth One Family One Future, is as relevant at this summit as it was last year,” PM Modi said.
During his address, PM Modi showcased India’s achievements in combating poverty and hunger. He emphasized that over the past decade, India has lifted 250 million people out of poverty and is providing free food grains to 800 million citizens. He credited India’s “Back to Basics and March to Future” strategy for its success in ensuring food security and promoting women-led development.
The Prime Minister also reiterated India’s commitment to global food security, particularly in Africa and other vulnerable regions. “India is also contributing to global food security. We have provided humanitarian assistance to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe, recently,” PM Modi said
He lauded Brazil’s initiative to establish a Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty and stressed the importance of prioritizing the needs of the Global South, especially in the context of ongoing global crises in food, fuel, and fertilizers.
Earlier, PM Modi arrived at the venue of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he was warmly welcomed by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Boas vindas ao primeiro-ministro da Índia, @narendramodi, na Cúpula do G20 no Brasil.
pic.twitter.com/B7EDOP92jD
— Lula (@LulaOficial) November 18, 2024
Taking to X, PM Modi expressed his gratitude for the warm reception, stating, “Looking forward to the proceedings at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Thankful to President Lula for the warm welcome.”
Looking forward to the proceedings at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Thankful to President Lula for the warm welcome.@LulaOficial pic.twitter.com/VnklRnWxWN
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 18, 2024
Before heading to the summit venue, the Prime Minister also highlighted the strong cultural ties between India and Brazil, sharing a heartwarming video of young Brazilian children performing the patriotic anthem “Vande Mataram”.
A celebration of Indian culture in Brazil! Gratitude for a memorable welcome in Rio de Janeiro… pic.twitter.com/osuHGSxpho
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 18, 2024
This follows PM Modi’s ‘productive’ visit in Nigeria, marking the first phase of his three-nation tour. In Rio, he was accompanied by Indian Ambassador to Brazil, Suresh Reddy, and other officials.
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