PM: Countries of Global South bearing brunt of global uncertainties, tensions

PM Modi meets Zelensky, Macron, Sunak, Pope Francis, and Meloni at G7 Summit in Italy

• CALLS FOR ENDING MONOPOLY IN TECHNOLOGY

Addressing the Outreach session of the G7 Summit in Italy’s picturesque Apulia region, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a call to end the monopoly in technology, stressing the need for a creative approach to lay the foundation for an inclusive society.

In his speech, PM Modi highlighted the disproportionate impact of global uncertainties and tensions on the countries of the Global South. “The countries of the Global South are bearing the brunt of uncertainties and tensions around the world. India has considered it its responsibility to put the priorities and concerns of countries of the Global South on the world stage,” he stated.

Modi underscored India’s strong commitment to Africa, pointing to the significant milestone achieved under India’s G-20 presidency. “In these efforts, we have given high priority to Africa. We are proud that the G-20, under the chairmanship of India, made the African Union a permanent member,” he announced.

He further elaborated on India’s contributions to Africa’s development. “India has been contributing to the economic and social development, stability, and security of all the countries of Africa, and will continue to do so in the future,” Modi said, reaffirming India’s long-term dedication to the continent’s progress.

The prime minister spoke extensively on the importance of dismantling monopolies in technology, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence (AI).

“We must make technology creative, not destructive. Only then will we be able to lay the foundation of an inclusive society. India is striving for a better future through this human-centric approach,” he emphasized.