Vikrant Shekhawat : Nov 18, 2024, 07:50 PM
G20 Summit News: The G20 Summit is set to commence soon in Brazil, and India holds a special place in this significant gathering. The G20, comprising the world’s most powerful nations, is witnessing India’s economic success like never before. Not only is India a crucial member of this group, but it has also emerged as the growth engine of the world, thanks to its rapid economic growth.
India’s Rising Dominance
According to the IMF's World Economic Outlook, India is projected to lead the G20 nations in economic growth with a 7% growth rate in 2024. This not only highlights India’s strong economic position but also underscores its role as a driving force in the global economy.Following India in this ranking are Indonesia (5%), China (4.8%), and Russia (3.6%). These figures clearly indicate that India’s economy outpaces others in terms of both pace and stability.Economic Status of Other Nations
Compared to India, other G20 nations show significantly lower growth rates:- United States and Brazil:
The United States is expected to grow at 2.8%, while Brazil’s growth rate is projected at 3%. Brazil is also the host of this year’s G20 summit. - South Korea and Turkey:
South Korea’s growth rate is estimated at 2.5%, and Turkey’s at 3%. - Mexico and Saudi Arabia:
These nations are expected to grow at 1.5% each. - Slow Growth in European Nations:
The United Kingdom, France, and the European Union are projected to grow at just 1.1%.
Economies in Decline
Some G20 nations face concerning economic situations:- Argentina:
With a projected growth rate of -3.5%, Argentina sits at the bottom of the G20 rankings. - Germany:
Europe’s largest economy is expected to stagnate at a 0% growth rate. - Japan and Italy:
Japan’s growth rate is estimated at 0.3%, while Italy’s is slightly higher at 0.7%.