Interactive Session

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Raisina House in partnership with the South African High Commission, New Delhi is hosting, "Bridging Voices" in conversation with His Excellency Prof. Anil Sooklal, High Commissioner of South Africa to India on November 4, 2025 from 10:30 AM onwards in New Delhi( (Details for confirmed participants). 

In an era marked by geopolitical tensions, climate crises, and economic inequalities, the role of multilateral institutions like the G20 has never been more critical. South Africa with the G20 Presidency has positioned itself as a pivotal voice for the Global South. Hosting the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa aims to amplify marginalised perspectives, foster inclusive growth, and advance sustainable development in line with the UN 2030 Agenda. As a nation at the forefront of advocating for equitable global governance, South Africa's leadership offers a unique opportunity to reimagine the multilateral world order.

This dialogue seeks to harness the fresh perspectives of students, the next generation of global leaders in conversation with H.E. the High Commissioner of South Africa. By facilitating an intergenerational exchange, the event will explore how South Africa's G20 agenda can drive reforms in international cooperation, ensuring that the voices of the Global South shape a more just and resilient future.

Objectives

The primary objectives of the dialogue are:

* To deepen understanding among students of South Africa's G20 priorities, including solidarity with the Global South and reforms in multilateral institutions.

*To create a platform for students to engage directly with diplomatic leadership, posing critical questions on pressing global challenges.

*To inspire actionable insights and youth-led initiatives that contribute to the broader discourse on global governance.

*To strengthen ties between academic communities and diplomatic missions, fostering long-term collaboration on international affairs.

Key Themes

The dialogue will revolve around three interconnected themes:

• South Africa's G20 Presidency: Examining priorities such as inclusive economic recovery, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations, with a focus on the Johannesburg Summit's legacy.
• The Global South's Role: Discussing how emerging economies can counterbalance traditional powers, address inequalities, and promote South-South cooperation.
• The Future of the Multilateral World Order: Exploring reforms in institutions like the UN, WTO, and IMF to enhance representation, agility, and effectiveness in tackling transnational issues like pandemics, migration, and digital divides.
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Format:
The 1.5 hour session will be in form of a moderated conversations followed by an open interaction.

*Just Registration does not Guarantee participation in the event. The team will reach back with a confirmation email post screening of applications*