G20 Summit 2023 highlights: PM Modi visits ‘Crafts Bazaar’ at Bharat Mandapam

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's plane has encountered a technical snag, airport officials said. Consequently, the Canadian delegation will remain in India until tomorrow morning, as the on-ground engineering team will require some time to address and resolve the issue.

US President Joe Biden, following the conclusion of his visit to India for the G20 Summit, stated that the foundation of the India-US relationship is rooted in Mahatma Gandhi's principle of ‘trusteeship’. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the visit to Raj Ghat earlier today. Biden wrote on X. “The partnership between India and the United States is rooted in Mahatma Gandhi’s principal of trusteeship – trusteeship that is shared between our countries and for our shared planet. Thank you, Prime Minister for bringing us here today.” 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Netherlands counterpart Mark Rutte on the sidelines of G20 Summit. Taking to X Modi said, “Excellent meeting with Netherlands Prime Minister Mark Rutte. We talked about ways to enhance friendship between our nations. The scope of cooperation for our businesses is immense. We also look forward to strong ties in clean energy, semiconductors, digital technology and more.”

Following the conclusion on G20 Summit in New Delhi on Sunday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wrote on X, “A strong partnership with India is paramount for Europe. Glad to see our Trade & Tech Council in action. And to have launched with you a historic project, the India – Middle East – Europe Economic Corridor. We also look forward to progress on a Free Trade Agreement. This would unlock the great potential in our partnership. Thank you for your skilful leadership of the G20.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to X and commented on his meeting with Ursula von der Leyen, “Great meeting with @EU_CommissionPresident @vonderleyen and@eucopresident @CharlesMichel. Subjects such as improved connectivity, trade and technology featured prominently in our discussions. India-EU cooperation in futuristic sectors including green hydrogen is very laudatory.” 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held bilateral talks with President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on the sidelines of G20 Summit. Earlier in the day, Modi concluded the G20 Summit in New Delhi by passing the ceremonial gavel to Brazil, which will take the bloc's presidency next year. 

“I want to congratulate Brazil's president and my friend Lula da Silva, and hand over the presidency's gavel to him,” Modi said.

After a bilateral meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the “deliberations were extensive”.

“The deliberations with President Yoon Suk Yeol were extensive. Reviewing the complete spectrum of bilateral relations, we agreed to further boost commercial and cultural ties between India and the Republic of Korea,” Modi wrote on X.

Director General of International Labour Organization Gilbert F. Houngbo on Sunday congratulated Indian presidency for “G20 declaration” that was adopted on Saturday after consensus was achieved. He said he is glad “there was a consensus that fast which is a positive development”.

“I want to congratulate the Indian presidency for this declaration. It is not easy to negotiate but I was glad that there was a consensus that fast which is a positive development,” the Director General of the International Labour Organization said.

He further said, “Not only one planet, one family one future but also we are looking at a future where we are driving the whole economy, whole life toward much more use of technology and artificial intelligence.”

Regarding the African Union (AU) becoming a permanent member of the G20, its chairperson, Azali Assoumani, said, “I was about to cry. It was a great emotion for me. Because actually, we thought that there was going to be a debate and then a decision would be taken but at the very beginning of the Summit it was announced that we were a member.” (ANI)

The African Union became a permanent member of the G20 on Saturday at a summit of leaders of the world’s largest economies in New Delhi, marking the first expansion of the bloc since it was created in 1999 to cope with a series of financial crises.

After a bilateral meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on the sidelines of G20 Summit, PM Modi took to X saying, “Very good meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Delhi. Thanked him for enriching the G-20 Summit with his views. Also discussed how India and Germany can continue working together in clean energy, innovation and work towards a better planet.”

During their bilateral meeting at the G20 Summit, French President Macron congratulated PM Modi on India's successful Mission Chandrayaan 3.

The two leaders also discussed the extensive six-decade-long collaboration between India and France in the field of space, taking stock of progress since the inaugural Strategic Space Dialogue held in June 2023.

Additionally, they acknowledged the robust civil nuclear partnership between India and France, noting positive advancements in talks regarding the Jaitapur nuclear plant project. They welcomed the ongoing commitment from both sides to enhance bilateral cooperation, including joint efforts to develop Small Modular Reactor (SMR) and Advanced Modular Reactor (AMR) technologies. They also looked forward to the upcoming signing of a dedicated declaration of intent in this regard. France reiterated its strong and unwavering support for India's membership in the Nuclear Suppliers Group.

Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan on Sunday took to X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the successful G20 Summit. “Congratulations to Hon. PM @narendramodi ji for the success of India’s G20 Presidency and for fostering unity between nations for a better future for the people of the world,” he said.

“It has brought in a sense of honour and pride into the hearts of every Indian. Sir, under your leadership, we will prosper not in isolation but in Oneness. One Earth, One Family, One Future,” he further wrote.

Any initiative to revive the Black Sea grain deal that isolates Russia is not likely to be sustainable, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said in a press briefing after the conclusion of the G20 summit in New Delhi on Sunday, Reuters reported.

Sanjeev Krishan, Chairperson, PwC in India

India has tried to balance the aspirations of the developing world with those of the developed world leveraging the theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (One Earth - One Family - One Future) - working towards solving complex problems collectively and inclusively. Specific actions on Global Bio-fuel Alliance, enabling cities of Tomorrow and India-Middle East- Europe Corridor are just a few great examples of sowing the seeds for a cleaner, sustainable, inclusive and connected world. India's presidency is leaving a strong legacy, as per the honourable PM's quote "leaving no one behind" which the next set of presidency will have to carry forward. The summit positions India as a strong consensus builder on a varied set of thematics critical for our sustainable future.

On Khalistan extremism and "foreign interference", Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said, "Both the issues came up. Over the years, with PM Modi, we have had many conversations on both of those issues... Canada will always defend freedom of expression, freedom of conscience, and freedom of peaceful protest and it is extremely important to us.. at the same time we are always there to prevent violence and to push back against hatred. I think on the issue of the community, it is important to remember that the actions of the few do not represent the entire community or Canada. The flip side of it, we also highlighted the importance of respecting the rule of law and we did talk about foreign interference...," reports ANI.

President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, "....India is our greatest trade partner in South Asia. And we have great potential to enjoy primarily in the field of economy and many others...," reports ANI.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday met his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau on the sidelines of the G20 Summit and discussed full range of India-Canada ties across different sectors.

In a post on X, Modi said, "Met PM @JustinTrudeau on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. We discussed the full range of India-Canada ties across different sectors."

Modi has held several bilateral meetings over the last three days as world leaders gathered for the G20 Summit that concluded on Sunday. (PTI)

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak concluded his two-day long visit to India as he departed on Sunday after attending a successful G20 Leaders Summit in New Delhi.

“As UK Prime minister departs from India. Congratulations to the G20 presidency, the G20 summit, which has been ambitious, inclusive, determined and action-oriented. A huge thank you to all of those involved. To our Indian hosts, who once again have shown atiti Devo Bhava,” British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis said today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron and said they discussed a series of topics.

"A very productive lunch meeting with President Emmanuel Macron. We discussed a series of topics and look forward to ensuring India-France relations scale new heights of progress," Modi said in a post on X.

After attending the G20 Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron said he is concerned by the fact many emerging countries seem to say climate change is the responsibility of rich countries.

Ajay Seth, Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance said, "For the next three years, India has been given the responsibility to co-chair the Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion organisation...," reports ANI.

 Japanese PM Fumio Kishida said, "On Russia's aggression on Ukraine, throughout the meetings, Japan has pressed for the immediate withdrawal of Russian troops. The realisation of just & durable peace in Ukraine. We underscored our position that Russia's nuclear threat let alone its use of nuclear weapons is absolutely unacceptable. I also highlighted the importance of assistance from the global community to vulnerable populations under conflict…," ANI reported.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov called the G20 summit in India a success and said that due to the consolidated position of the countries of the global south, Russia managed to ensure the G20 agenda was not overshadowed by the Ukraine conflict.

The Group of 20 adopted a consensus declaration at a summit on Saturday that avoided condemning Russia for the war in Ukraine but called on all states not to use force to grab territory. (Reuters)

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday conveyed the UK’s “significant concerns” about alleged Chinese interference in the UK's parliamentary democracy to the country’s Premier at the G20 Summit in New Delhi, after a UK media report revealed spying charges against two men.