New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed world leaders at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday, where the G20 summit will begin shortly.
Modi greeted the leaders with a handshake and a smile, and posed for a group photo. He then gave a brief speech in which he highlighted India’s commitment to multilateralism and its willingness to work with other countries to address global challenges.
“India is committed to multilateralism and believes that it is the only way to address the challenges of our time,” Modi said. “We are ready to work with all countries to build a better future for our planet.”
The G20 summit is an annual meeting of the leaders of the world’s 20 largest economies. This year’s summit is being held in India for the first time. The leaders are expected to discuss a range of issues, including the global economy, climate change, and terrorism.
The summit is taking place against the backdrop of a number of challenges, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and the rising cost of living. Modi said that India is committed to finding solutions to these challenges and working with other countries to build a more peaceful and prosperous world.
“We are living in a time of great challenges, but also great opportunities,” Modi said. “I am confident that together, we can build a better future for all.”
The G20 summit is scheduled to run from September 9 to 10. The leaders are expected to issue a joint statement at the end of the summit.
In addition to the G20 leaders, the summit will also be attended by a number of other world leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.
The G20 summit is a major diplomatic event, and it is expected to be closely watched by the international community. The leaders’ discussions and decisions will have a significant impact on the global economy and on the world’s security landscape.