India’s G-20 presidency will be inclusive, action-oriented, says PM Modi as Bali Summit ends

At a brief ceremony, Indonesian President Joko Widodo handed over the G20 presidency to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the conclusion of the two-day G-20 Summit in Bali

Indonesia on Wednesday handed over the G-20 presidency to India for the coming year at the Bali summit here with Prime Minister Narendra Modi terming it a matter of pride for every Indian citizen.

At a brief ceremony, Indonesian President Joko Widodo handed over the G-20 presidency to Prime Minister Modi at the conclusion of the two-day G-20 Summit here.

"Together with every countries’ efforts, we can make the G-20 summit a catalyst for global welfare,” Mr. Modi said.

The handing over ceremony came as the member states finalised the joint declaration.

Mr. Modi said India’s G-20 presidency will be inclusive, ambitious, decisive, and action-oriented, noting that the country is taking the charge at a time when the world is grappling with geopolitical tensions, economic slowdown and rising food and energy prices.

The Prime Minister said India’s presidency of the G-20 is a proud occasion for every Indian and that the country will organize G-20 meetings in different cities and states.

“Our guests will get full experience of India’s amazing diversity, inclusive traditions, and cultural richness. We wish that all of you will participate in this unique celebration in India, the ‘Mother of Democracy’,” he said.