The G20 summit held in New Delhi in 2023 sparked widespread reactions and was described as a success by some countries, notably Russia and Brazil. However, other countries, including France, have expressed disappointment with the results obtained.
India, host country of this edition, succeeded in having a joint declaration adopted denouncing the use of force for the purposes of territorial conquest. However, she refrained from directly criticizing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which sparked criticism from some countries, including France.
The main objective of the summit was to find solutions to global challenges, including the crisis in Ukraine and the question of the future of oil. On these two subjects, the G20 countries have displayed divergent positions.
On the issue of Ukraine, some countries, such as Russia, welcomed the fact that the final text of the declaration did not mention Russia. However, other countries, including Ukraine itself, expressed disappointment, saying the G20 should have gone further in its condemnation of the Russian invasion.
When it comes to the future of oil, G20 countries also differed. As the climate crisis deepens, some countries have called for an energy transition and a move away from fossil fuels. However, the final declaration failed to include this objective, which was criticized by countries such as France.
Despite these differences, the summit was considered a success by some countries, notably Brazil, which will host the next edition in Rio de Janeiro. The Brazilian president stressed the importance of unity within the G20 and the need for peace and cooperation between countries.
In conclusion, the G20 summit in New Delhi in 2023 was marked by intense debates and divergent points of view. While some countries welcomed the results obtained, others expressed disappointment. It remains to be seen how these differences will be reflected in the concrete actions taken by G20 member countries to address global challenges.