International Journal of Political Science and Development

Vol. 12(1), pp. 48 -54. May, 2024. 

ISSN: 2360-784X

https://doi.org/10.14662/ijpsd2024010

 

Full Length Research

 

Creating Consensus: Priorities of the G20 Leadership

 

Dr. Gedam. Kamalakar

 

Post-Doctoral Fellow, ICSSR, Department of Political Science,Dr. BRAmbedkar Open University, Hyderabad, India. 500033.  

E-mail: kamalakarou@gmail.com

 

Accepted 22 April 2024

Abstract

The Group of Twenty (G20) has emerged as a pivotal forum for international cooperation, bringing together leaders from the world's major economies to address pressing global challenges. In this paper, we analyse the priorities of G20 leadership in fostering consensus and advancing collective action on key issues facing the global community. Drawing upon recent declarations, communiqués, and policy statements, we identify and examine the core areas of focus for G20 members, exploring both common ground and divergent perspectives. Our analysis reveals several recurring themes that underscore the G20's commitment to promoting economic stability, sustainable development, and inclusive growth. Addressing climate change and environmental sustainability emerges as a top priority, reflecting growing recognition of the urgent need for concerted action to mitigate the impacts of climate change and transition to a low-carbon economy. Additionally, enhancing global health resilience and strengthening pandemic preparedness feature prominently on the agenda, as demonstrated by recent efforts to coordinate responses to the COVID-19 crisis and bolster health systems worldwide. Furthermore, the G20 remains committed to advancing trade and investment liberalization, promoting financial regulatory reform, and fostering innovation and digital transformation to drive economic recovery and prosperity. However, divergent views on issues such as trade imbalances, protectionism, and technology governance persist, posing challenges to consensus-building and cooperation among member states.

 

Keywords: G20, Agenda, Presidency, Global Family, GDP, EU

 

Cite This Article As: Kamalakar, G. (2024).Creating Consensus: Priorities of the G20 Leadership. Int. J. Polit. Sci. Develop. 12(1):48-54