Vice-President calls for greater strategic cooperation among Global South nations to address emerging security and developmental challenges

The Vice-President addressed the 4th edition of the International Strategic Engagement Programme (IN-STEP) at Uprashtrapati Bhawan, organized jointly by the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Defence, and National Security Council Secretariat at the National Defence College. The programme features 38 delegates, including 25 international delegates from 22 developing countries of the Global South. The Vice-President emphasized the need for strategic cooperation, mutual learning, and international dialogue to tackle modern challenges like technology, cyberspace, artificial intelligence, maritime security, climate change, and supply chain disruptions. He highlighted India's commitment to the Global South, rooted in mutual respect and shared interests, and stressed the importance of coordinated global efforts to eradicate corruption and ensure scientific advancements serve humanity's collective good.