At the UN General Assembly in September 2023, India transitioned from a participant to a pivotal influencer in global governance, exemplified by its successful push for the African Union's permanent membership in the G20. As the UN approaches its 80th anniversary, India is redefining global cooperation through pragmatic and inclusive diplomacy, embodying leadership, purposeful partnerships, and credibility.

• India supplied vaccine doses to nearly 100 countries via its Vaccine Maitri initiative during the pandemic.
• The International Solar Alliance was co-founded by India and France.
• India maintained ties with both Russia and the West during the Ukraine conflict, urging dialogue and diplomacy.