G20 Summit in India Puts Youth 20 and Civil 20 at the Forefront of Global Discussions

The Group of Twenty (G20) is the premier forum for international economic cooperation. It plays an important role in shaping and strengthening global architecture and governance on all major international economic issues. The G20 initially focused largely on broad macroeconomic issues, but it has since expanded its agenda to inter-alia include trade, sustainable development, health, agriculture, energy, environment, climate change, and anti-corruption.

Y20 India 2023

Youth 20 (Y20) is a youth engagement forum that is part of the G20 process. The Y20 India Summit in 2023 would be a valuable opportunity for the global youth to reflect on the following priority areas and suggest policy recommendations for consultations with the G20 member states.

Civil 20 (C-20) India 2023

The C-20 refers to the Civil 20, which is one of the engagement groups associated with the G20 (Group of Twenty) summit. The C20 is focused on civil society and brings together NGOs, advocacy groups, and civil society organizations to engage with G20 leaders.

Both the Y20 (Youth 20) and C20 (Civil 20) are engagement groups that are associated with the G20, focusing on youth and civil society participation, respectively.

Currently India holds the Presidency of the G20 from 1^st December 2022 to 30th November 2023 and is reinforcing its spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ or the ‘World is One Family’.

The G20 has a significant impact on India. Here are some key ways in which the G20 impacts India:

1. Economic Cooperation: The G20 is a forum for major economies to discuss and coordinate on global economic and financial issues. India, being one of the world’s largest economies, benefits from this platform to engage with other nations on matters such as trade, investment, and monetary policy.
2. Trade and Investment: The G20 plays a role in shaping global trade policies and practices. For India, this can influence its access to international markets, trade agreements, and foreign direct investment inflows.
3. Financial Stability: The G20 addresses issues related to financial stability, regulation, and supervision of global financial markets. These discussions are crucial for India’s financial sector, as they can affect the stability of the Indian economy and the functioning of its financial institutions.
4. Climate Change and Sustainable Development: In recent years, the G20 has increasingly focused on issues related to climate change, sustainable development, and energy transition.
5. Global Health and Pandemics: Events like the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the importance of global cooperation in health matters. The G20 can play a role in coordinating responses to health crises and can impact India’s access to vaccines, medicines, and healthcare resources.
6. Geopolitical Relations: The G20 also provides a platform for diplomatic engagement among member countries. India can use this forum to strengthen its geopolitical relationships, address regional concerns, and promote its interests on the global stage.
7. Policy Coordination: Through the G20, India has the opportunity to engage in discussions and negotiations with major economies to coordinate policies that can impact its domestic priorities and global standing.

G20 and India`s youth leaders

G20 member countries often engage with youth organizations and young leaders on various issues through side events, consultations, and youth-focused initiatives held alongside G20 summits.

Impact and benefit on India`s young leaders

The G20 can have several impacts and benefits for India’s youth leaders, although these may not be direct or immediate. Here are some potential ways in which India’s youth leaders can benefit from India’s participation in the G20:

1. Policy Influence: India’s participation in the G20 allows its leaders, including youth leaders, to influence global economic policies. Youth leaders who are engaged in areas such as economics, trade, or climate change can use the G20 platform to advocate for policies that align with their values and priorities.
2. Networking Opportunities: G20 summits bring together leaders from the world’s largest economies, including heads of state, government officials, and business leaders. India’s youth leaders can use these events to network with influential individuals and organizations.
3. Knowledge Exchange: G20 discussions cover a wide range of global issues, from economic growth and development to climate change and sustainable development. Youth leaders can benefit from the knowledge and insights shared during these discussions.
4. Youth Engagement: Some G20 meetings and forums may include sessions focused on youth engagement and empowerment. India’s youth leaders can participate in these sessions to voice their concerns, share their perspectives.
5. Global Exposure: Participation in G20 events and engagements can provide India’s youth leaders with global exposure and recognition.
6. Inspiration and Motivation: Being part of a global forum like the G20 can inspire and motivate India’s youth leaders to work towards positive change in their own communities and on a global scale.
7. Capacity Building: G20-related initiatives and programs may offer capacity-building opportunities for youth leaders in areas such as entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation.
8. Inspiration for Youth: Young leaders who participate in G20 summits can serve as role models for aspiring politicians and youth interested in public service, encouraging them to enter politics and contribute to the country’s development.

Now G20 becomes G21 as PM Modi takes the initiative in bringing African Union to the global table.

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The writer is an entrepreneur and young leader from BJP

Abhimanyu Pratap Singh Tyagi