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जी 20 इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर वर्किंग ग्रुप की बैठक, मुख्यमंत्री धामी और राज्यपाल ने विदेश मेहमानों का किया स्वागत

ऋषिकेश :-  राज्यपाल लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल गुरमीत सिंह (से नि) ने नरेंद्र नगर टिहरी में आयोजित जी 20 इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर वर्किंग ग्रुप की बैठक के सभी डेलीगेट्स का स्वागत करते हुए कहा कि भारत की G-20 अध्यक्ष के रूप में गौरवशाली यात्रा सहज, सरल और सक्षम रूप से गतिमान है।  राज्यपाल ने कहा कि इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर महत्वपूर्ण तत्व है जो हर समाज की प्रगति के लिए आवश्यक होता है। विकासशील और सशक्त इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर राष्ट्र…

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It was a long time coming. Sure, U.S. President Joe Biden was among the Western leaders of the G7 when they convened at a German castle called Schloss Elmau in June 2022, and President Donald Trump growled his way through a gathering of the larger G20 in Hamburg in July 2017.

But not since November 2016, when President Barack Obama embarked on a farewell tour of Europe and had dinner with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, had a U.S. president made a bilateral visit to Germany.

For sure, the COVID-19 pandemic got in the way. American leaders don’t seem to travel as much as they used to. Yet, excuses aside, it was curious that Biden’s lightning visit to Berlin last week was both his first and last as the “leader of the free world” (a term that some Germans still cling to). Even that trip was fraught, having been postponed by a week as Biden attended to the aftermath of Hurricane Milton in Florida.

The trip was supposed to be somewhat longer, but the grandeur was retained—a military welcome by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, at his Schloss Bellevue residence, followed by the conferring of the country’s highest honor. Then came the work in earnest: political talks with Germany Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

All of them were supposed to convene with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the U.S. Ramstein Air Base to discuss his “victory plan” to win the war against Russia, as part of a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. When Biden postponed his visit, the meeting was rescheduled, too. But desperate for political progress and for more weapons deliveries ahead of a long winter of combat, Zelensky still went to Germany on a trip that also included visits to London, Paris, and Rome—and left seemingly empty-handed.

Macron and Starmer synchronized their trips with Biden’s, but for all the rhetoric of steely determination, developments on the Ukraine front are seemingly scant. Although he wasn’t mentioned by name, all eyes were on Trump with just under three weeks from the U.S. presidential election.

Ukraine is the issue around which future U.S.-European relations will hinge, irrespective of whether Trump or Kamala Harris prevail. As Norbert Röttgen, a member of the Bundestag, said in a TV interview, “If Russia wins, the West as we know it will cease to exist.” His party, the opposition center-right Christian Democratic Union, has adopted a policy of sending Ukraine long-range Taurus missiles if Russia continues to attack key infrastructure. That is a position the ever-cautious Scholz has refused to take.

The second curiosity of the Biden-Scholz relationship is that both leaders have given far and away the most amount of help to Ukraine, and yet both are accused (with some justification) of dragging their feet, of handing Zelensky just enough so as not to lose the war but not enough to drive Russian forces out of occupied land.

Despite Biden’s previous absence from Germany, he and Scholz have become close, as both were keen to demonstrate. Biden described Germany as “the closest and most important of allies” (words that wouldn’t have delighted Brits still wedded to their notion of the “special relationship”). He praised Scholz, a leader who “rose to meet the moment” and thanked him multiple times. On the ropes domestically, his authority draining away, Scholz smiled a wide smile.

Their relationship didn’t start that way. When the newly elected chancellor arrived at the White House in February 2022, he was told in public by Biden and in private by intelligence chiefs that Russian President Vladimir Putin was about to invade Ukraine. Scholz and his own security apparatus had taken a more credulous view of the Kremlin leader, only to be forced to row back incredibly quickly a few weeks later.

His fabled Zeitenwende speech, which signaled a new harder approach on Russia, also marked a turning point. Scholz and Biden have largely been in lockstep since, both in their courage and their hesitation in regards to both Ukraine and Israel. The most important area of divergence remains China, where Germany’s trade dependency continues to guide a political relationship that is far more benign.

As Biden said his goodbyes, attention now turns to Trump. Indeed, they have been for a long time, even before Biden was persuaded by his own party not to seek reelection and a Trump victory was as good as baked into Berlin’s thinking.

All precedent suggests that if Trump does win, Germany and Europe are in for a desperately rocky ride.

It’s worth briefly dwelling on the past. Over that fateful farewell dinner in Berlin eight years ago, Obama pleaded with Merkel to stay on as chancellor. She had already served three terms and was keen to hand over the mantle. According to aides, Obama pointed out that with Trump about to succeed him in the White House and with the United Kingdom in the throes of chaos after its Brexit vote, Europe needed stability and a wise hand on the tiller.

It had taken Merkel some time to warm to Obama and vice versa. She had found his easy charisma a little alienating. Matters were made worse when Merkel found out through research by Der Spiegel on the Snowden files that the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) had been bugging her mobile phone for since 2002. The fact that she was just one of 122 world leaders in the surveillance database system known as Nymrod didn’t lessen the fury. Germany was supposed to be one of the United States’ staunchest allies. In an angry phone exchange with Obama, deliberately shared later with Der Spiegel, she said, “This is like the Stasi.” From that low point, relations improved rapidly, but tensions remained, not least of which was due to Germany’s reluctance to meet the agreed NATO target of at least 2% GDP spending on defense.

From the outset, Trump loathed Merkel. During his first election campaign, he routinely insulted her. “They picked person who is ruining Germany,” he said after Time chose Merkel as its Person of the Year in 2015. What particularly upset him was the magazine calling her “chancellor of the free world.”

In March 2017, Merkel flew to Washington, D.C., for her first meeting with Trump. She prepped assiduously, according to the New Yorker. She studied a 1990 Playboy interview that had become a set text on Trumpism—or the nearest thing anybody could find—for policymakers. She read his 1987 book, The Art of the Deal. She even watched episodes of his TV show, The Apprentice. The meeting started badly. She offered him a handshake in the Oval Office in front of the cameras. He didn’t take it.

Trump’s manner was not designed to endear. But that didn’t mean that all his criticisms were invalid. His misgivings about Russia and the Nord Stream gas pipeline were legitimate. His concerns about China and Germany’s trade dependency were equally legitimate. He wasn’t the only one to criticize defense spending—from George Bush to Obama and even now, this has been the standard view in Washington.

About 18 months into Trump’s presidency, Merkel concluded that it would be impossible to develop any kind of meaningful relationship with him. The best she could hope for was to manage the problem. Trump dispatched a longtime hawk and Fox News shock-jock commentator Richard Grenell to Berlin as U.S. ambassador. Grenell went immediately on a warpath, denouncing Germany on a regular basis and vowing to “empower conservatives” across Europe. Grenell is now being touted as possible national security advisor if Trump wins, an appointment that would be seen as a direct act of confrontation.

If Harris were to win, relations would remain on a more even level, but the difficulties would not be dispelled. The United States wants Europe to be more self-sufficient in its defense and tougher on China. Germany has a long way to go toward achieving those ends. Moreover, Washington is already looking to a future beyond not just Biden but also Scholz.

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[ad_1] By Anjali Sharma WASHINGTON – India on Saturday has called to increase international collaboration on knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and sustainable development to enhance disaster resilience globally. Principal Secretary to Prime Minister P K Mishra led a high-level Indian Delegation, took part in G-20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group Ministerial Meeting from 30 October-1 November, held in Belem, Brazil. The consensus was reached in finalizing the first Ministerial declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction. Dr. Mishra shared the progress made by the Government of India in reducing disaster risks and in up scaling disaster financing in India. He emphasized India’s proactive approach to disaster risk reduction on five priorities of DRRWG, which were enunciated during Indian Presidency of G20 i.e. Early warning systems, Disaster resilient infrastructure, DRR financing, Resilient recovery and Nature based solutions. He shared the Prime Minister’s global initiative of Coalition for Disaster Resilience Infrastructure, which now has 40 countries and 7 International Organizations, as members. The Indian delegation took part in Troika meetings with the Ministers of Brazil and South Africa, and held bilateral meetings with ministers from the host country Brazil and other countries namely Japan, Norway, South Africa, South Korea, Germany, and Heads of invited International Organisations. Dr. Mishra shared experience and steps being taken, including the focus on promoting traditional practices to suit local conditions responding to the call by the United Nations Secretary General on Extreme Heat. The first DRR WG was established on India’s initiative during its Presidency of G20 in 2023. Dr Mishra, praised the  Brazilian Presidency on its continuation of the DRRWG, and scaling it up to Ministerial level and affirmed India’s support to South Africa on DRRWG on their upcoming G20 Presidency next year. India’s participation underscores its growing role in global DRR efforts and its commitment to building a safer and more resilient world. The post India calls for global cooperation to enhance disaster resilience appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] By Anjali Sharma WASHINGTON – India on Saturday has called to increase international collaboration on knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and sustainable development to enhance disaster resilience globally. Principal Secretary to Prime Minister P K Mishra led a high-level Indian Delegation, took part in G-20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group Ministerial Meeting from 30 October-1 November, held in Belem, Brazil. The consensus was reached in finalizing the first Ministerial declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction. Dr. Mishra shared the progress made by the Government of India in reducing disaster risks and in up scaling disaster financing in India. He emphasized India’s proactive approach to disaster risk reduction on five priorities of DRRWG, which were enunciated during Indian Presidency of G20 i.e. Early warning systems, Disaster resilient infrastructure, DRR financing, Resilient recovery and Nature based solutions. He shared the Prime Minister’s global initiative of Coalition for Disaster Resilience Infrastructure, which now has 40 countries and 7 International Organizations, as members. The Indian delegation took part in Troika meetings with the Ministers of Brazil and South Africa, and held bilateral meetings with ministers from the host country Brazil and other countries namely Japan, Norway, South Africa, South Korea, Germany, and Heads of invited International Organisations. Dr. Mishra shared experience and steps being taken, including the focus on promoting traditional practices to suit local conditions responding to the call by the United Nations Secretary General on Extreme Heat. The first DRR WG was established on India’s initiative during its Presidency of G20 in 2023. Dr Mishra, praised the  Brazilian Presidency on its continuation of the DRRWG, and scaling it up to Ministerial level and affirmed India’s support to South Africa on DRRWG on their upcoming G20 Presidency next year. India’s participation underscores its growing role in global DRR efforts and its commitment to building a safer and more resilient world. The post India calls for global cooperation to enhance disaster resilience appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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The Future of Global Economic Governance: G20 Summit 2023 Discussion

Each year, the 20 biggest economies in the world convene at the G20 Summit to address issues affecting the global economy and to coordinate policy. The United States, Canada, Japan, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Russia, China, India, South Korea, Australia, Turkey, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, and the European Union are all members of the G20, which was founded in 1999.

Leaders will have the chance to debate topics like trade, investments, global economic growth, financial market regulation, and poverty alleviation during the G20 Summit. Heads of state or government, finance ministers, governors of central banks, and other senior officials typically attend the meeting.

The G20 Summit is regarded as a crucial forum for advancing global economic cooperation and tackling some of the most urgent economic issues today. In addition to the main summit, several G20 working groups and task forces have a number of meetings and events throughout the year to discuss certain economic topics.

The 18th meeting of the G20 Heads of State and Government will be held in New Delhi on September 9 and 10, 2023. The Summit will be the culmination of all G20 procedures and gatherings of ministers, senior officials, and civil society representatives that took place throughout the year. A G20 Leaders' Statement will be adopted at the conclusion of the New Delhi Summit, outlining the Leaders' commitment to the priorities discussed and chosen during the relevant ministerial and working group meetings. 

The G20 Logo was designed in part by drawing influence from the vibrant colors of the Indian flag, which are saffron, white, green, and blue. The lotus, the national flower of India, is used as a metaphor for planet Earth since it represents triumph over hardship. The Planet reflects India's pro-planet ideology of living in perfect harmony with nature. Under the G20 logo, "Bharat" is written in Devanagari script.

The motto of India's G20 presidency is Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which translates to "One Earth, One Family, One Future." It comes from the ancient Sanskrit text known as the Maha Upanishad. The subject basically emphasises the significance of all life, including human, animal, plant, and microbial life, as well as their interconnectedness on Earth and across

The theme also emphasises LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), which is related to environmentally sound and responsible actions made at the level of both individual lifestyles and national development, resulting in globally transformative activities that contribute to a cleaner, greener, and bluer future.

It would be a great opportunity to showcase the country's economic potential and leadership at the G20 Conference in 2023.

India, one of the economies with the highest growth rates in the world, has a Foreign Direct Investment or FDI of $84.8 billion. India has made significant advancements in recent years in areas such as infrastructure development, financial inclusion, and technological innovation.

By hosting the G20 Summit, India would be able to collaborate with other significant economies to affect the global economic agenda. Also, it provides a place for discussion of significant problems, including climate change, sustainable development, and equitable growth.

Overall, India has a lot to offer as the host country of the G20 Summit, and the event would be a huge opportunity for the country to demonstrate its commitment to global economic leadership and collaboration.

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G20 Crypto Regulation 2023 & Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The 18th G20 Summit was held in New Delhi on 9-10 September 2023 under the theme 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'. It was a consummation of all G20 processes and meetings held throughout the year among ministers, senior officials, and civil societies. A G20 Leaders' Declaration will be adopted after the G20 Summit, focusing on promoting strong, balanced, and inclusive growth - G20 Crypto Regulation 2023

The G20 Cooperation has discussed many global challenges like poverty and inequality, climate change, pandemics, and conflicts. The world leaders have summoned that they will pursue development models that implement sustainable and inclusive transitions globally, leaving no one behind.

The G20 Group has endorsed many recommendations in various fields, including Technological Transformation and Digital Infrastructure. The G20 Committee recognizes the Digital public infrastructure (DPI) as safe, secure, trusted, and accountable and stresses the importance of an enabling, inclusive, open, fair, and safe digital economy for all countries and stakeholders while respecting applicable frameworks.

 The Crypto Ecosystem 

The G20 Cooperation has informed that they closely monitor the risks of the fast-paced development in the crypto-asset ecosystem. The Financial Stability Board will provide high-level recommendations for crypto activities such as regulation, supervision, and oversight of markets and global stablecoin arrangements.

As India's G20 presidency focuses on regulating crypto assets, among other essential things, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has taken an important role in shaping the global crypto approach. The IMF's Deputy Managing Director, Gita Gopinath, delved into the details of this commencement.

"There is no talk of banning cryptocurrencies, indicating a global consensus against regulatory measures," said Gopinath.

IMF's Gita Gopinath explained the new framework, and the Financial Stability Board and the IMF have joined powers to address crypto assets comprehensively. She suggested that the crypto market will become more safe and secure with improved data and transparency.

 Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI)  

The G20 Group has also discussed the fast progress of AI that guarantees wealth and development of the global digital economy. Government officials have noted the importance of leveraging Artificial Intelligence for a reliable, inclusive, and human-centric AI Development that ensures transparency and explainability, fairness, accountability, regulation, safety, appropriate human oversight, ethics, biases, privacy, and data protection.

"To unlock the full potential of AI, equitably share its benefits, and mitigate risks, we will work together to promote international cooperation and further discussions on international governance for AI," said Modi.

During the G20 Leaders' Declaration, the Indian Prime Minister remarked about Artificial Intelligence. He said that all countries should establish a framework for responsible human-centric AI governance, and world countries will acquire the benefits of AI in areas like socio-economic development, global workforce, and research and development. 

 Conclusion 

The G20 Summit has established a new revival for the crypto assets and digital currency frameworks. Every country will formulate the regulations for the crypto ecosystem, abiding by the G20 Leaders' Declaration, and pursue a pro-innovation regulatory/governance approach that maximizes the benefits associated with using crypto assets.  They will also adapt to Artificial Intelligence in their socio-environmental bodies.Now is the right time to invest in the Crypto and AI industries, as the world nations will soon normalize the new technologies in our day-to-day lives. You can benefit from the crypto ecosystem by developing your own Cryptocurrency Platform. Choose our Cryptocurrency Exchange Development Company and AI Development Company, as we scrutinize the regulations and follow the precise governance of respective countries.

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SMVDU MSc Economics Student Completes NITI Aayog Internship 

Ms. Ritambhra of M.Sc Economics at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University successfully completed her Internship program at NITI Aayog (Think tank). She interned in Trade and Commerce, Economics Finance and Disinvestment, G-20 Coordination Vertical under the supervision and mentorship of Mr. Sanjeet Singh, IRS, Senior Advisor.She worked on multiple topics, assisted on India-Saudi Strategic Partnership meetings, identified the areas of collaboration under the 4 JWGS (Joint Working Groups): Energy, Agriculture, Industry & Infrastructure, Technology & IT) to enhance bilateral cooperation before the G20 summit.  She submitted the research project titled “Analysis on De-dollarization in the Indian Context”, she assisted in preparing a document for meeting with the German Embassy for an appraisal mission commissioned by GIZ or German Agency for International Cooperation support facility for Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) on the topics: Skills & Sustainable Development Goals. 

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3rd G20 Infrastructure Working Group IWG in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, from June 26th to June 28th, 2023

3rd G20 Infrastructure Working Group (IWG) in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, from June 26th to June 28th, 2023

The G20 Infrastructure Working Group is holding its third meeting in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, from June 26 to 28, 2023. The meeting is hosted by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and focuses on the theme of "Sustainable Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth".

The meeting is attended by representatives from the G20 countries as well as other stakeholders from the international community. The discussions are to cover a wide range of topics, including the financing of infrastructure projects, the role of technology in infrastructure development, and the environmental impact of infrastructure.

Translation India provided 60 Bosch CCS 1000 Mikes with 6 Look at Me cameras and 150 receivers to this G20 Infrastructure Working Group meeting for the purpose of ensuring efficient communication and the uninterrupted, real-time flow of messages.

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The 3 rd G20 Infrastructure Working Group Meeting begins in Rishikesh

Under India’s G20 Presidency, the 3 rd G20 Infrastructure Working Group Meeting is beenconvened from June 26 – 28, 2023 in Uttarakhand, Narendra Nagar. Around 63 delegatesfrom G20 member states, invited countries, international organizations, eight invitedcountries, and various institutions are participating in this meeting. The first session of the meeting discussed basic infrastructure…

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Srinagar gets dolled up for G20 meet

SRINAGAR: Srinagar is being decked up like a bride for the G20 meeting next month. The third G20 Tourism Working Group meeting will be held at Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Center (SKICC) from May 22 to 24. The venue is being dolled up like a bride. The Interior and exterior of the venue are being reworked to suit the theme of the meeting. Digital infrastructure is being refurbished…

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Infrastructure Working Group Meet in Pune

Infrastructure Working Group Meet in Pune

Last Updated: January 16, 2023, 11:52 IST The Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, and Government of India will host the two-day IWG meetings (Photo by @g20org) The meeting will be joined by 65 delegates from IWG member countries, guest nations and international organisations invited by India to discuss the 2023 Infrastructure Agenda under India’s G20 presidency, as per an…

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India's G20 presidency: Infra Working Group meet to begin in Pune on Monday#Indias #G20 #presidency #Infra #Working #Group #meet #Pune #Monday

India’s G20 presidency: Infra Working Group meet to begin in Pune on Monday#Indias #G20 #presidency #Infra #Working #Group #meet #Pune #Monday

The two-day G20 Infrastructure Working Group (IWG) will begin in Pune on Monday with the participants deliberating on various aspects of infrastructure investments. The meeting will be joined by 65 delegates from IWG member countries, guest nations, and international organizations invited by India to discuss the 2023 Infrastructure Agenda under the Indian G20 Presidency, an official release…

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Bigger Role for Developing Nations & Crypto on Agenda in 2 Key Meetings in Mumbai, Bengaluru Today; Traffic Curbs in Place

Bigger Role for Developing Nations & Crypto on Agenda in 2 Key Meetings in Mumbai, Bengaluru Today; Traffic Curbs in Place

Read more kick off its meetings Tuesday with discussions on economic and financial issues, including global economic outlook, infrastructure development, sustainable finance, global health, international taxation, financial sector issues and global approach for cryptocurrencies. During India’s G20 presidency, the development working group will highlight (between December 13 and 16, 2022) the need…

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Queen Máxima to visit United Nations in New York

On Tuesday evening 20 September and Wednesday 21 September Her Majesty Queen Máxima will be in New York for the 77th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Queen Máxima is the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA).

On Wednesday 21 September Queen Máxima will present the UNSGSA 2022 Annual Report to Secretary-General António Guterres. The theme of the report is ‘Equitable, Inclusive and Sustainable Growth’.

Access to and the secure and affordable use of digital financial services form an important basis for economic development. According to the World Bank Group’s most recent data 76% of adults worldwide now have a bank account. In 2011 that figure was 51% (Global Findex 2021). Savings accounts, insurance and affordable credit are the next step. Extra attention is being given to marginalised groups, such as women, smallholders and small businesses. The annual report addresses the importance of an inclusive digital economy, financial health, consumer protection, uniform data collection and the role of financial inclusion in economic recovery after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Queen Máxima will also meet with representatives of governments actively working on financial inclusion. She will be one of the keynote speakers at the opening of the UN event ‘The Future of Digital Cooperation: Building resilience through safe, trusted, and inclusive digital public infrastructure’. At the ‘5th Annual Leaders on Purpose CEO Summit’ Queen Máxima will speak with PayPal CEO Dan Schulman. The focus of their discussion will be on how financial inclusion can contribute to economic growth and the Sustainable Development Goals. Finally, Queen Máxima will meet with the members of the Reference Group, an advisory focus group she has been working with since 2009. The group is made up of representatives of 11 international organisations with specific knowledge of financial inclusion, such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WB). 

Since 2009, Queen Máxima has been working worldwide in her capacity as the UNSGSA to make financial services available to all, including low-income groups and small and medium-sized enterprises, thus enhancing their opportunities for economic and social development. She has been honorary patron of the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) since 2011. 

Government Information Service, no. 248

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Photo by Kostiantyn Stupak The G20 Infrastructure Working Group meeting took place from January 20 to 21, with the theme, “Recover Together, Recover Stronger” under the Presidency of Indonesia. The agenda was to discuss about the recovery of the world economy after COVID-19 through the development of quality infrastructure. The working meetings covered the following six topics:1) Private sector…

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InfraChallenge - Technology-based solutions for better and more Resilient Infrastructure

InfraChallenge 2021 invites global innovators to submit their technology-based solutions for better and more resilient infrastructure.

Meeting the challenges and opportunities of the future requires government and industry to boldly embrace innovation across the infrastructure project lifecycle. This is the path to ensuring that existing and new infrastructure creates lasting social and economic value for everyone and empowers future generations.

InfraChallenge is a global competition that gives participants the opportunity to bring their solutions to a global market and contribute to a brighter infrastructure future. This year, InfraChallenge is looking for technology-based solutions to building better, more resilient infrastructure and maintaining existing assets to enhance quality and resilience.

What types of solutions is the InfraChallenge competition seeking in 2021?

This year, we are again seeking specific types of solutions, as reflected in our 'challenge statement'.

The challenge statement for InfraChallenge 2021 calls for technology-based solutions to building better, more resilient infrastructure and maintaining existing assets to enhance quality and resilience.

RESILIENCE

The purpose of InfraChallenge 2021 is to find technology-based solutions for better and more resilient infrastructure. How does the GI Hub define resilience?

For InfraChallenge 2021, the GI Hub is using the Rockefeller Foundation definition for 'holistic' resilience, namely "the ability of individuals, institutions, businesses, and systems within the community to survive, adapt, and grow despite the chronic stresses or acute shocks [they] experience. ‘Stresses’ and ‘shocks’ could stem from the rise of climate change, natural disasters and pandemics, or other sources. InfraChallenge 2021 seeks technology-based solutions for resilience, by this definition.

What are the evaluation criteria for the InfraChallenge 2021 competition?

Assessment of your application will be based on the following:

Alignment – Alignment with the competition challenge statement and definition of 'resilience' (see separate FAQs on challenge statement and definition of resilience)

Value proposition – Your summary of why this technology should be implemented, including key resilience outcomes and who benefits

Scalability – The solution's target market and approximate market size Implementation considerations – How easily your technology can be implemented

Benefits to end users – The economic, environmental and social benefits of your technology

Resources – How likely your solution will ultimately be to attract funding and other resources to deliver trials, demonstrations and implementation

Track record – Whether your product has been adopted by the market and proven in-situ (this is not a requirement, as per the technology readiness criteria below, but is a consideration)

Technology readiness – Technologies from post-R&D to pre-commercial levels will be eligible (Technology Readiness Levels 3-8)

Unique selling point – The extent to which your solution is unique

Impact – The impact that winning InfraChallenge could have for your solution/team

The winner of InfraChallenge 2021 will receive:

AU$50,000 funding package to implement the solution at scale Exposure to the G20’s Infrastructure Working Group (IWG) and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Ongoing support from the GI Hub Exclusive access to infrastructure resources and networks Global media coverage as the InfraChallenge 2021 winner

Application Deadline: 12 March 2021

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