On the sidelines of the Johannesburg G20, Modi and Ramaphosa discuss trade, development cooperation, and global South priorities.
Modi–Ramaphosa Meeting on G20 Sidelines
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg.
Modi later thanked Ramaphosa for his “warm welcome” at the summit venue, calling it a gesture of strong bilateral friendship.
Key Areas of Discussion
During their bilateral talks, both leaders focused on several critical themes:
- Economic Cooperation: Modi and Ramaphosa discussed ways to deepen trade and investment ties, building on long-standing cooperation.
- Global South Agenda: They explored shared priorities for developing nations, reflecting their commitment to a more inclusive global development framework.
- G20 Collaboration: The talks underscored stronger cooperation under India’s G20 presidency, particularly on issues like disaster resilience and space-based data sharing.
Significance for India–South Africa Relations
- India and South Africa share strategic interests, especially in multilateral forums like G20 and BRICS.
- Strengthening their partnership could help amplify the voice of the Global South on economic reform and technology governance.
- The meeting reaffirms both countries’ commitment to working together on issues that affect emerging economies, including sustainability, development, and infrastructure.
The Road Ahead
As the G20 Summit continues, India and South Africa are expected to collaborate more closely — not just bilaterally, but also within larger multilateral initiatives. Their renewed engagement could shape key G20 outcomes, particularly those related to skill development, economic equity, and South-South cooperation.
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