PaperDabba News Desk: July 16, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi (PM Modi) is scheduled to address the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) high-level session on September 26, 2024. This address marks a significant moment in India’s diplomatic engagements, as PM Modi is expected to present India’s stance on various global issues and outline the country’s international policies.
PM Modi’s Schedule at the UNGA
According to a provisional list of speakers, PM Modi’s speech is set for the afternoon session, likely between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. in New York, which translates to between 12:30 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. IST on September 27 in India. This will be PM Modi’s fifth appearance at the UNGA’s high-level week, where global leaders gather to discuss and deliberate on pressing international matters.
Key Topics of Discussion
During his address, PM Modi will focus on several critical issues, including climate change, sustainable development, and global peace and security. The high-level week also includes the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and Climate Ambitions Summit, where leaders will discuss strategies to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Agenda.
Historical Context
PM Modi’s previous engagements with the UNGA have been notable. For instance, in 2020, he addressed the Assembly remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In June 2023, he visited the UN headquarters to lead the International Day of Yoga, an initiative he proposed in his first UNGA speech in 2014. This event underscored India’s cultural diplomacy and its emphasis on wellness and holistic health.
Other Key Speakers
The high-level week will see speeches from other prominent leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This gathering is a crucial opportunity for world leaders to articulate their positions on global issues and engage in bilateral discussions to foster international cooperation.
Importance of Modi’s Address
PM Modi’s speech at the UNGA is highly anticipated as it provides a platform to highlight India’s growing influence on the world stage. His address will likely emphasize India’s commitment to multilateralism, its role in global peacekeeping, and its contributions to addressing global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change.
As the world navigates complex challenges, PM Modi’s address at the UNGA is expected to reinforce India’s position as a proactive and responsible global player. The outcomes of this high-level week will significantly influence international policies and collaborative efforts towards a sustainable and peaceful future.
