India and Germany Launch Green and Sustainable Development Talks

By siliconindia  |  Thursday, 04 April 2024, 08:42:42 AM IST

India and Germany Launch Green and Sustainable Development Talks
A significant assembly took place in New Delhi, where stakeholders gathered to inaugurate the Indo-German Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP) Conversation Series. Under the theme of 'Triangular Cooperation' the event marked a crucial milestone in global endeavors to tackle environmental issues. With the participation of dignitaries and representatives from India, Germany, and partner nations, the gathering aimed to delve into inventive approaches for attaining sustainability objectives, as outlined in a press release.
The German Ambassador, H.E. Dr. Philipp Ackermann, demonstrated a strong enthusiasm for the GSDP. He emphasized the importance of the GSDP as a joint effort between India and Germany, two formidable economic forces dedicated to crafting solutions for climate change and sustainable development.
“When Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chancellor Olaf Scholz signed the agreement inaugurating the GSDP in 2022, it marked the beginning of a new era for Indo-German cooperation", remarked Ambassador Ackermann. "Together, as partners on an equal footing, we want to make real progress in finding solutions to some of the biggest challenges the world faces", Ackermann said.
Emphasizing the critical need to tackle global challenges promptly, Ambassador Ackermann delineated essential focal points, including the shift towards renewable energy sources, the creation of sustainable urban areas, environmental preservation, and the adoption of more sustainable production and consumption practices. He underscored the mutual dedication of India and Germany to realizing the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 and upholding their collective pledge to the Paris Climate Agreement.
The GSDP Conversation Series aimed to showcase Indo-German collaboration in addressing priority issues identified under the partnership. "In just a few months, our two governments will come together again here in India for cabinet consultations, a testament to the extraordinary nature of our dialogue," he remarked.
Considering the advancements achieved since the inception of the GSDP, Ambassador Ackermann emphasized the initiation of fresh endeavors, such as the lighthouse initiative focusing on Agroecology and Sustainable Management of Natural Resources and the Indo-German Green Hydrogen Task Force. He stressed that these initiatives symbolize the mutual commitment of both countries to collaborate as equal partners, both bilaterally and within multilateral endeavors.
Triangular cooperation emerged as a focal point of the conversation, with Ambassador Ackermann stressing its significance in leveraging India's technical know-how and expertise to address global challenges. "India has technical know-how, skills and expertise, research capacities, digital infrastructure, and also deep connections to countries the world over," he noted. "It just makes sense to share tools and instruments for global challenges with interested countries. Germany is proud to partner in this with India".
During the event, discussions centered on particular triangular cooperation projects, encompassing initiatives in Cameroon, Ghana, Malawi, Benin, and Peru. Ambassador Ackermann highlighted that these projects serve as prime examples of the cooperative ethos of the GSDP and its dedication to promoting sustainable development on a global scale.
The inauguration of the GSDP Conversation Series signifies a noteworthy achievement in Indo-German collaboration, emphasizing the dedication of both countries to sustainable development and environmental responsibility. As the series progresses, it is poised to act as a forum for discussions, creativity, and joint efforts aimed at realizing a more sustainable tomorrow.

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