New Delhi, Nov 21 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a journey to Johannesburg, South Africa at the request of President Cyril Ramaphosa to participate in the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced via social media that, "PM Narendra Modi has departed for Johannesburg, South Africa to attend the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit. He will also engage with various world leaders."

This significant summit is scheduled for November 22 and 23 in Johannesburg, a city renowned as South Africa's largest and most economically vital.

During the G20 Leaders’ Summit, PM Modi is anticipated to conduct several bilateral discussions with international leaders attending the event.

The Prime Minister's statement prior to his departure highlighted, "This summit holds particular significance as it marks the first G20 Summit hosted in Africa. Under India’s G20 Presidency in 2023, the African Union has joined the G20, a landmark achievement."

"The Summit provides a platform to deliberate on essential global issues. This year’s G20 theme is ‘Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability,’ building on the outcomes from previous summits in New Delhi, India, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I will present India’s viewpoint in line with our vision of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ and 'One Earth, One Family, and One Future,’" stated PM Modi.

The three main sessions will address: Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth with a focus on leaving no one behind; A Resilient World emphasizing disaster risk reduction, climate change, just energy transitions, and food systems; and A Fair and Just Future for All covering critical minerals, decent work, and artificial intelligence.

As per the MEA, PM Modi will also partake in the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Leaders’ Meeting, which will be hosted by South Africa.

Under PM Modi's leadership, India has played a pivotal role in facilitating the African Union's inclusion in the G20, marking a significant milestone during India’s presidency.