India Urges Stronger Global South Cooperation Amid Economic Uncertainty
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Senior Indian official Shaktikanta Das described India as a global economic “bright spot” supported by domestic demand, industrial & services activity, and improving employment conditions. He urged developing economies to deepen cooperation in trade, technology, finance and supply chains, using their collective influence to withstand energy shocks and unilateral economic actions.
Why it matters
The message positions India as both a resilient major economy and an advocate for greater Global South influence over international economic decisions. Stronger cooperation among developing countries could diversify trade, improve energy security and reduce their vulnerability to supply-chain disruptions and policy decisions imposed by larger powers.
What's next
India is expected to promote greater Global South coordination on trade diversification, technology, finance, energy security and resilient supply chains through international and multilateral forums.
Key dates
- September 29, 2026: Das delivers the address
- September 30: Remarks receive wider coverage
- Next: India advances cooperation through Global South and multilateral platforms
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Sources
- newsonair.gov.inView original →
