Excellency Shri Narendra Modi ji, Prime Minister of India,
Excellencies,
It is
an honour to address this esteemed assembly at the Inaugural Leaders’ Session
of the 3rd Voice of the Global South Summit. My sincere gratitude to Prime
Minister Modi for inviting me to this significant event.
The
Voice of the Global South Summit has grown in importance, underscoring its
pivotal role in addressing our collective challenges. Nepal deeply appreciates
Prime Minister Modi’s leadership in establishing and regularly convening this
important platform.
This
Summit offers not just dialogue, but a chance for profound reflection and
action on sustainable development, global governance, climate change, and
international cooperation. Our presence here signifies a collective aspiration
for a world where every nation, regardless of size or economic stature, has a
voice in shaping our shared destiny.
Nepal
is aware on the shifting dynamics of geopolitical landscape and its effects on
both regional and global stages. We adhere firmly to the principles of peace,
harmony, and shared prosperity. The Global South’s goal extends beyond mere
survival; we strive for a flourishing future where all individuals,
communities, and nations thrive together in collective prosperity.
We
believe each nation in the Global South possesses unique strengths and untapped
potential. Embracing South-South cooperation can build solidarity, innovation,
and inclusivity, while engaging constructively with the North through
triangular cooperation. Nepal remains committed to fostering meaningful
dialogue and collaborative solutions, and is confident that together we can
build a brighter future for all.
In presenting Nepal’s voice, we reaffirm our commitment to
core values: peace, sustainable development, social justice, and inclusive
governance. Our challenges, from climate impacts to economic resilience, are
shared with our fellow nations. Democracy, for us, is a promise to uphold every
individual’s rights and dignity, that ensures equal access to opportunities and
social justice. We pursue a Comprehensive Democracy that balance progress with
justice and sustainability.
Nepal has made significant
progress in poverty reduction, focusing on agriculture, agro-processing,
tourism, clean energy, and infrastructure, driven by our vision of a
“Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali.” We are on track to graduate from Least
Developed Country status by 2026, committed to making this transition smooth
and sustainable for lasting benefits.
As we advance technologies,
especially Artificial Intelligence, we must ensure inclusivity to bridge the
global digital divide. Nepal is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by
2045 and calls for international support for our climate goals. We are launching
the ‘Sagarmatha Sambad’ (Everest Dialogue) as a permanent forum for dialogue
soon.
Economic development
remains a key priority. We must enhance trade, investment, and innovation while
addressing social inequities. The global governance architecture must reflect
the aspirations of the Global South at all levels, including LDCs, LLDCs, and
SIDS.
I am confident this Summit
will spark solutions from the Global South’s perspective and rejuvenate
multilateral institutions for a sustainable future. Let us embrace this moment with determination
to drive meaningful change. Nepal stands ready to deepen cooperation and
partnership in this transformative journey.
Together, we can shape a future that benefits
all.
Thank you!
(Remarks by the Rt. Hon’ble Mr. K P Sharma Oli, Prime Minister of Nepal At the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit 17 August 2024)
