Empowering the Future: Digital Public Infrastructure Should Be a Bridge, Not a Barrier – PM’s Passionate Appeal at UNGA
Prime Minister Modi Advocates for Inclusive Digital Infrastructure at UN Summit
New York: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that Digital Public Infrastructure should serve as a bridge rather than a barrier, during his address at the Summit of the Future at the United Nations General Assembly. Highlighting India’s readiness to share its digital infrastructure for global benefit, Modi called for balanced regulation to ensure the safe and responsible use of technology. He underscored the need for global digital governance that respects sovereignty and integrity, asserting that humanity’s success resides in collective strength, not conflict.
Addressing global peace and security threats, Modi pointed out that terrorism remains a significant danger. Concurrently, he noted emerging conflict arenas in cyberspace, maritime, and outer space, stressing that global actions should align with global aspirations.
Modi advocated for prioritizing a human-centric approach in discussions about the global future, emphasizing the importance of sustainable development, human welfare, and security in food and health. He shared India’s achievement of lifting 250 million people out of poverty as a testament to successful sustainable development and expressed willingness to share these experiences with the Global South.
In terms of reforms, Modi highlighted the necessity for changes in global institutions to maintain their relevance. He praised the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent G20 member, viewing it as a significant reformative step. For India, Modi reiterated the commitment to the principle of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future.’
Overall, Modi’s speech at the UN Summit conveyed a vision for inclusive and balanced global development, with a call for collective efforts to address shared challenges.
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