In a testament to India’s growing influence on the global stage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the nation’s pivotal role as a voice for the Global South during the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit on Wednesday. Addressing attendees, PM Modi underscored India’s commitment to people-centric development, portraying the country as a trusted friend and a force for global good.
“The world looks at India as an important pillar of stability. A friend who can be trusted, a partner who believes in people-centric development, a voice that believes in global good, a voice of the Global South, an engine of growth in the global economy, a technology hub for finding solutions, a powerhouse of talented youth, and a democracy that delivers,” remarked Prime Minister Modi.
He expressed joy at the participation of UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed as the chief guest at the summit, seeing it as a symbol of the strengthening relations between India and the UAE.
“This is the first Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in this Amrit Kaal [golden era]. Representatives from more than 100 countries participating in this summit are crucial partners in this development journey of India,” PM Modi noted, emphasizing the significance of the summit during India’s goal-setting period for the next 25 years.
The 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, themed ‘Gateway to the Future,’ is taking place from January 10-12 in Gandhinagar. With 34 partner countries and 16 partner organizations, this year’s summit commemorates “20 Years of Vibrant Gujarat as the Summit of Success,” having been initiated in 2003 under the leadership of PM Modi when he served as the state chief minister.
