Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a powerful address to the Parliament of Ghana on Thursday, July 3, 2025, calling for urgent and credible reforms in global governance structures to prioritize the voices and aspirations of the Global South.
Modi warned that institutions established post-World War II are faltering in addressing modern challenges, as they no longer align with today’s dynamic world. “The world order created after the Second World War is changing rapidly. Technological revolutions, the rise of the Global South, and shifting demographics are accelerating this transformation,” he stated.
He indicated that colonial-era injustices and structural imbalances persist in new forms, undermining global stability and inclusivity. “The challenges of past centuries, like colonialism, continue to manifest differently today. Last century’s institutions are struggling to respond,” Modi noted.
Emphasizing India’s advocacy for a multipolar world, Modi stressed the need for equitable representation of emerging economies and developing nations in global bodies such as the United Nations, World Bank, and International Monetary Fund.
Progress, he said, demands more than slogans—it requires action to amplify the Global South’s voice.
Reflecting on India’s 2023 G20 presidency, Modi celebrated the African Union’s inclusion as a permanent G20 member, calling it a historic step toward correcting global governance imbalances.
Modi outlined India’s vision for inclusive global partnerships and stressed that its G20 presidency was guided by ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future,’ driving initiatives in climate action, public health, and renewable energy.
PM Modi also highlighted India’s leadership in initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, Global Biofuel Alliance, and One World One Health, which empower developing nations through collaborative solutions. He framed India’s global engagement as rooted in solidarity, not charity, emphasizing demand-driven, mutually beneficial partnerships.
“Our philosophy is humanity first. We believe in: ‘May all be happy, may all be free from illness, may all experience auspiciousness, and may no one suffer,’” Modi declared.
He reaffirmed India’s commitment to South-South cooperation, advocating for inclusive, democratic global development that empowers self-sustaining ecosystems rather than being dictated by a few.
