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Covid biggest challenge since World War-II: Narendra Modi
Covid biggest challenge since World War-II: Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while attending the G20 Summit via video conferencing, termed the Covid-19 pandemic as the biggest challenge since the World War-II.
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while attending the G20 Summit via video conferencing, termed the Covid-19 pandemic as the biggest challenge since the World War-II. "Had a very fruitful discussion with #G20 leaders. Coordinated efforts by the largest economies of the world will surely lead to faster recovery from this pandemic. Thanked Saudi Arabia for hosting the Virtual Summit," the Prime Minister tweeted later.
The 15th Summit of G20 was chaired by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the theme 'Realising the Opportunities of 21st Century for All'. The Summit, which saw participation of respective Heads of State/ Government of 19 member countries, EU, other invited countries and international organizations, was conducted in virtual format in view of the Covid pandemic.
The agenda of the Summit is spread out over two days with two sessions focused on overcoming the pandemic, economic recovery and restoring jobs, and building an inclusive, sustainable and resilient future. There are also side events planned on the two days on pandemic preparedness and on safeguarding the planet.
Modi called for decisive action by G20, not limited to economic recovery, jobs and trade, but to focus on preserving Planet Earth noting that all of us are trustees of humanity's future.
The Prime Minister called for a new global index for the post-corona world that comprises four key elements – creation of a vast talent pool; ensuring that technology reaches all segments of society; transparency in systems of governance; and dealing with Mother Earth with a spirit of trusteeship. Based on this, the G20 can lay the foundation of a new world, he added.
Modi underscored that in the past few decades, while there has been an emphasis on capital and finance, the time has come to focus on multi-skilling and re-skilling to create a vast human talent pool. This would not only enhance dignity of citizens but would make our citizens more resilient to face crises. He also said that any assessment of new technology should be based on its impact on Ease of Living and Quality of Life.
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