Global South
-
'Global South must move from rule-taker to rule-shaper': PM Modi at BRICS Summit
India | Sep 13, 2026, 12:20 PM ISTPM Modi said that through BRICS, we can provide young diplomats and policymakers from the Global South with negotiation skills, practical training and legal expertise.
-
The Global South Explained: Who it is, what it wants and why it matters
World | Sep 13, 2026, 06:53 AM ISTThe Global South broadly refers to developing and emerging countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. It is not a geographical category but reflects shared challenges linked to development, wealth, historical experiences and limited influence in global institutions.
-
How PM Modi Stopped Putin's Nuclear Threat in Ukraine: Polish Minister Highlights India's Power
Originals | Jul 15, 2026, 06:08 PM ISTHow PM Modi Stopped Putin's Nuclear Threat in Ukraine: Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister recently revealed PM Narendra Modi's critical role in stopping Vladimir Putin from using tactical nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Watch the video to know more.
-
'Multipolarity a lasting reality, dynamics shifting in the West': S Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue
India | Mar 06, 2026, 10:48 PM ISTAt the Raisina Dialogue 2026, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said India’s vaccine outreach during COVID-19 demonstrated that the Global South is a real and meaningful grouping shaped by shared historical experiences.
-
India's BRICS Presidency 2026: Can New Delhi balance the US while leading the Global South?
Explainers | Jan 01, 2026, 07:43 AM ISTIndia assumed the chairmanship of BRICS following the conclusion of the BRICS Sherpas’ meeting held in Brasilia on December 12. The transition was marked by the ceremonial handover of the traditional gavel from Brazil’s Sherpa to his Indian counterpart.
-
Why is PM Modi visiting Ghana? Key agendas behind Indian PM's first-ever visit in over 30 years
Explainers | Jul 01, 2025, 05:59 PM ISTGhana is one of West Africa's fastest-growing economies; its relationship with India is marked by robust and expanding trade and investment. India is the largest destination for Ghanaian exports; gold accounts for more than 70 per cent of India's imports from Ghana.
-
'Dance between dragon, elephant': China welcomes PM Modi's 'positive' remarks on Sino-India ties
World | Mar 17, 2025, 06:43 PM ISTChina has welcomed PM Modi's recent remarks on Sino-India relations, calling for a cooperative approach between the two nations. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasised that Modi's comments align with China's vision for stability and progress in the region.
-
EU President Touts India-middle East-Europe Corridor As "Modern Golden Road
News | Feb 28, 2025, 05:37 PM ISTIn Delhi, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized strengthening global partnerships, praising India's leadership in addressing Global South concerns and highlighting Europe's opportunity to learn from India's connectivity initiatives.
-
PM Modi pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi during his historic visit to Guyana | VIDEO
World | Nov 21, 2024, 11:25 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi made history as the first Indian head of state to visit Guyana in over 50 years. During his visit, he paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and delivered a powerful address advocating “Democracy First, Humanity First” as a global mantra for peace and progress.
-
'No further expansion of Ukraine battlefield: Chinese President tells Putin at BRICS Summit
World | Oct 23, 2024, 09:04 PM ISTXi, speaking at the BRICS summit in Russia's city of Kazan, called for a de-escalation in the Ukrainian crisis, and for no further expansion of the battlefield. He also called for a ceasefire in the conflicts in Lebanon and Gaza.
-
Bangladesh 'committed to ensuring free, fair elections': Chief Adviser Yunus at Global South Summit
World | Aug 17, 2024, 03:01 PM ISTSpeaking at the Global South Summit hosted by India today, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, 84, said Bangladesh witnessed a 'second revolution' on August 5 and promised vital reforms. On Friday, he spoke with PM Modi and assured protection of all minorities, including Hindus.
-
'Historic benchmark...': China's Xi lauds India's 'Panchsheel' Agreement in Global South outreach
World | Jun 29, 2024, 12:22 PM ISTXi, 71, noted the relevance of Panchsheel guidelines of mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial, non-aggression and others for international relations. The Panchsheel Agreement is a shining moment under Jawaharlal Nehru's Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in the 1950s-60s.
-
Global South believes in India, China doesn't participate in meetings: Jaishankar
World | Mar 08, 2024, 04:04 PM ISTIn the Nikkei Forum, the external affairs minister said people had the tendency to "cherry-pick principles" while defending India's relationship with Moscow. Jaishankar is currently on the second leg of his two-nation visit in Japan after his concluding his visit to South Korea.
-
Globalisation being weaponised by 'dominant players', currency and trade used as weapons: Jaishankar
World | Jan 23, 2024, 01:16 PM ISTThe minister said the Global South is about a "mindset, a solidarity and a self-reliance" and the world can't progress without the advancement of the Global South. He also stressed that restoring the world to its natural diversity is a "collective objective".
-
At Voice of Global South Summit, PM Modi strongly condemns civilian deaths in Israel-Hamas war
World | Nov 17, 2023, 05:16 PM ISTDuring the Voice of Global South Summit, Prime Minister Modi also referred to his recent phone conversation with the President of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas last month and added how India sent assistance to the war-ravaged nation.
-
Voice of Global South Summit: PM Modi announces to organise AI Global Partnership Summit in Delhi
World | Nov 17, 2023, 11:33 AM ISTThe Prime Minister also highlighted that the topic of the Global South was also included in the New Delhi G20 Declaration, and got consent from the global leaders at the G20 Leaders' Summit here in New Delhi in September.