G20 Summit kicks off today : Explore the Full Schedule

G20 Summit 2023 Kicks Off: Full Schedule Unveiled at Delhi's Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi, September 9: The 18th G20 Summit has officially commenced, bringing together prominent world leaders at the sprawling Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi's Pragati Maidan. Over the next two days, critical global issues will be discussed, emphasizing a human-centric and inclusive approach to development. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the Summit's potential to chart a new path in this direction.

Global Challenges and Diplomatic Maneuvering

As the national capital underwent a transformation, with preparations to host this mega world event and a significant reduction in the city's population, India diligently worked to secure last-minute agreements on contentious matters such as the Ukraine conflict, climate change, and global governance. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has cautioned that these differences among leaders could exacerbate conflicts and erode public trust.

China's Absence

Even before the Summit began, it faced a setback as Chinese President Xi Jinping opted not to attend, delegating the responsibility to Premier Li Qiang. This decision underscored the geopolitical complexities surrounding the event.

The Comprehensive Schedule

Detailed schedule for the G20 Summit 2023:

Day 1 (September 9)

• 9:30 am to 10:30 am: Leaders and heads of delegations arrive at the Summit venue, Bharat Mandapam, followed by a welcome photograph with Prime Minister Modi at the Tree of Life Foyer. Subsequently, they convene in the Leaders' Lounge, Level 2 at Bharat Mandapam.

• 10:30 am to 1:30 pm: The first session, titled 'One Earth,' will be held at the Summit Hall at Bharat Mandapam, followed by a working lunch.

• 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm: Various bilateral meetings will take place.

• 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm: The second session, 'One Family,' will occur in the summit venue before leaders return to their accommodations.

• 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Leaders and heads of delegations gather for dinner, commencing with a welcome photograph on arrival.

• 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm: During dinner, leaders engage in discussions over their meal.

• 9:00 pm to 9:45 pm: Leaders and heads of delegations assemble in the Leaders' Lounge at Bharat Mandapam to conclude the day.

Day 2 (September 10)

• 8:15 am to 9:00 am: Leaders and heads of delegations arrive in their individual motorcades at Rajghat, where they participate in a signing ceremony for the peace wall inside the Leaders' Lounge.

• 9:00 am to 9:20 am: World leaders pay their respects by laying wreaths at Mahatma Gandhi's Samadhi, followed by a live performance of Mahatma Gandhi's favorite devotional songs. Subsequently, they gather at the Leaders' Lounge at Bharat Mandapam.

• 9:40 am to 10:15 am: Leaders and heads of delegations reconvene at Bharat Mandapam.

• 10:15 am to 10:30 am: A tree planting ceremony takes place at Bharat Mandapam's South Plaza.

• 10:30 am to 12:30 pm: The third session of the Summit, titled 'One Future,' is conducted at the venue, followed by the adoption of the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.

Notable Attendees and Absentees G20 Summit 2023

Confirmed attendees at the G20 Summit 2023 include Joe Biden, Rishi Sunak, Fumio Kishida, Justin Trudeau, Emmanuel Macron, Anthony Albanese, Olaf Scholz, Yoon Suk Yeol, Cyril Ramaphosa, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan. However, notable absentees comprise Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, Pedro Sanchez, and Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.

The G20 Summit 2023 is poised to be a critical forum for addressing global challenges and fostering collaboration among nations.

Stay informed as the Summit unfolds, with leaders at the helm seeking solutions to some of the world's most pressing issues.