External Affairs Minister Jaishankar requires stronger Global South solidarity, collective push for United Nations reform

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has known as for larger solidarity amongst Global South nations, a renewed dedication to multilateralism, and a collective push to reform the United Nations and different world establishments.

He made the remarks at a high-level assembly of Like-Minded Global South nations in New York on Tuesday (September 24, 2025) on the sidelines of the eightieth session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Sharing particulars of the assembly in a submit on X, Mr. Jaishankar mentioned that within the face of a proliferation of worldwide issues and multiplicity of dangers, “it is natural that the Global South turns to multilateralism for solutions.”

Outlining a structured strategy for the way the Global South can have interaction with world affairs, the Minister made 5 key proposals to strengthen the collective voice and affect of the growing nations.

He emphasised the significance of utilising current boards to strengthen consultations among the many Global South with a view to “enhance solidarity and encourage collaboration.” Mr. Jaishankar additionally known as for complete reform of the United Nations and “multilateralism as a whole.”

He mentioned the Global South should convey its particular strengths, experiences and achievements to the worldwide stage to learn fellow nations, citing “vaccines, digital capabilities, education capacities, agro-practices and SME (Small and Medium Enterprises)” as key examples.

Highlighting the necessity for an equitable strategy to world challenges, the Minister mentioned that in areas comparable to local weather motion and local weather justice, the Global South ought to provide you with initiatives that serve its pursuits, somewhat than merely aligning with the views of the Global North.

He additionally underscored the significance of partaking in discussions on rising applied sciences, particularly synthetic intelligence, to make sure that growing nations will not be left behind within the evolving world order.

India has been persistently championing the voice of the Global South in worldwide boards and reiterating its dedication to making sure that growing nations play a significant function in shaping the worldwide agenda.