Hey there, future leaders! Have you ever heard of the Global South? It’s a term used to describe a group of about 130 countries that are mostly in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. That’s like a giant team of countries working together! 🤝
These countries make up around 80% of the world’s population and account for more than 40% of the global economy. Imagine a relay race where most of the team members are from the Global South—they play a huge part in making the world go round! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
What’s the Big Idea?
The Global South wants to have a bigger say in how the world works. Right now, some decisions are made without considering what these countries need. Leaders and thinkers from around 100 countries met in a big meeting in Nanjing, China, to talk about how they can work together to make things better. 🗣️
Working Together
Luka Biong Deng Kuol from South Sudan said that the Global South doesn’t want to just watch from the sidelines. They want to be active players! If they don’t make their own plans, someone else might make plans for them, and that might not be good. 🗺️
Royson Mabuku Mukwena from Zambia thinks that the countries need to listen to each other to avoid unnecessary fights. By supporting each other, they can have a stronger voice in the world. It’s like when friends team up to win a game—they’re stronger together! 💪
Challenges and Opportunities
Keron Niles from Trinidad and Tobago shared that his country trades a lot with the United States. But sometimes, bigger countries make rules that can be tough for smaller ones. By teaming up with other Global South countries, they can find new friends to trade with and new ways to grow. 🚢
Why Does This Matter?
Chinese President Xi Jinping said that countries should support each other in finding their own paths to success. The Global South can be a place where countries share ideas and help each other grow in ways that make sense for them. 🌱
Behzad Khakpour from Iran believes that advances in technology and changes in countries like China, India, Brazil, and South Africa have created new chances for the Global South to reach their goals. 🖥️
Looking Ahead
With so many countries excited to work together, there’s hope that the Global South can help make the world a better place. By focusing on what really matters—like helping people live better lives—they can make a big difference. 🌟
So, what do you think? How can countries work together to make the world a happier place? Maybe one day, you’ll be part of this exciting journey! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
