GUWAHATI:
The first meeting of the Sustainable Finance Working Group under G20 will be held on February 2.
More than 100 delegates, including representatives of G20 nations, guest countries and international organisations, will participate in the meeting of the Sustainable Finance Working Group.
The G20 Sustainable Finance Working Group aims to mobilise sustainable finance to help ensure global growth and stability and promote the transition towards a greener, more resilient and inclusive societies and economies.
Addressing the media, PIB-NE Director General B Narayanan, and advisors at the Ministry of Finance Chandni Raina and Geetu Joshi said the two-day meeting will have four sessions to discuss. First, the mechanisms for mobilisation of timely and adequate resources for climate finance and enabling finance for the Sustainable Development Goals and capacity building of the ecosystem for financing toward sustainable development.
“The essence of India’s G20 Presidency is embodied in the theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam or One Earth, One Family, One Future. The theme underlines the message of interconnectedness and green transformation to promote a pro-life planet with a people-centric approach,” they said.
“Further, Mission LiFE, a vision pioneered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, places individuals at the centre of driving change in the pursuit of climate action and achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals,” they said.
“Some Jan Bhagidari events are also being organised on the sidelines of meetings including cleanliness drive, painting and slogan competition, Seminar on financing for SDGs, tree plantation drive, G20 Conclave on innovative investment for Climate Action,” they also said.
The delegates’ hotel has been decorated with souvenirs and paintings depicting the beautiful city.
The delegates will enjoy a wildlife safari in Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The delegates will also visit famous sites in Guwahati, including Brahmaputra River Island and Old Governor House.
“The delegates have also been invited to cultural programmes showcasing the rich heritage and tradition of Assam including yoga sessions in the course of of the meeting,” they added.