VOICE OF GLOBAL SOUTH SUMMIT (Syllabus: GS Paper 2 – IR)

Context: India is hosting the third edition of the Voice of Global South Summit, embodying the nation's philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'.

Voice of Global South Summit

• About: It is an extension of Prime Minister of India's vision of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas" (Together with All, Development for All, Trust of All, and Efforts by All).
• 1st Summit: January 2023
• Objective: Tthe summit has aimed to bring together countries from the Global South a term that refers to developing nations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to share their perspectives and priorities on various global issues.
• Goal: To unify the Global South's voice in influencing global decisions and ensuring their concerns are addressed on international platforms like the G20.
• Theme: An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable Future.

Global South

• About: The term "Global South" is used to describe countries frequently identified as developing, less developed, or underdeveloped. These nations are predominantly situated in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
• It was first used by political activist Carl Oglesby in 1969.
• Global North countries: US, Canada, Europe, Russia, Australia and New Zealand, while ‘Global South’ includes countries in Asia, Africa and South America.
• Diverse Characteristics: The nations of the Global South are primarily lower-income countries, many of which are industrializing and were historically impacted by colonization.