Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:55am on 24 Sep 2023,Sunday International
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the persistence of "double standards" in the world, with influential countries resisting pressure for change. Speaking at a Ministerial Session, Jaishankar emphasized that political pressure, rather than political will, is driving the need for change. He noted resistance from those in influential positions, especially in the UN Security Council. He stressed the importance of cultural rebalancing, respecting diversity, and acknowledging other traditions. Jaishankar mentioned India's G20 Presidency and its potential to initiate reforms in international financial institutions. The event also featured discussions on pressing global issues like debt, SDGs, climate action, digital access, nutrition, and gender.
