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There is no dignity or prosperity when you are homeless, points out Brasil’s minister of Human Rights
To Brasil’s minister of Human Rights and Citizenship Silvio Almeida, homelessness is synonymous of extreme vulnerability, constant violence and a lack of basic living conditions. In an interview to G20 Brasil, Almeida stressed that increasing homelessness is a global phenomenon that has been made even worse by the pandemic—and that it requires an urgent response from governments.
SDG 18: Combating ethnic and racial discrimination must be a key element among the G20 priorities
Working Group explores integrating ethnic and racial perspectives into discussions on the global economy, social inclusion, and sustainable development. Representatives from the government, international organizations, and civil society highlight the urgent need for public policies to promote effective structural changes.
G20 is engaged in the development of documents on social inclusion, access to water and basic sanitation for development
In Salvador, Bahia, the Development WG made progress in creating policies for the inclusion of minorities and funding for basic sanitation. The discussion also covered the promotion of ethnic-racial equality and the inclusion of various social groups. The goal is to present a final document in July.
G20 strives for results, tackles development amidst inequalities
In the backdrop of escalating global inequalities, climate-related crises, and geopolitical turmoil, the Development Working Group convenes to deliberate on social inclusion, with a particular focus on access to water and basic sanitation. Ambassador Mauricio Lyrio, acting as coordinator of the Sherpa Track, underscored the urgency of these challenges and the imperative for effective solutions during the inaugural session. The meeting is scheduled to continue through Wednesday (29) in Salvador, Bahia.
States of the Future: Global experts convene in Rio to debate public policies and human rights
At the States of the Future event, held concurrently with the G20, experts called for integrated public policies and effective affirmative actions to promote sustainable development. They analyzed the roles of the state, social protection, and global governance in achieving these goals.
State policies protect countries from advancing authoritarianism, say speakers at G20 event
Brazilian government agents and international authorities defended state presence in developing countries’ economies as a means of protecting democracy. Access to financing was also highlighted as a challenge.
Economist forecasts the end of money at G20’s “States of the Future” event
Economists propose creating a virtual currency and a global bank to finance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), drawing inspiration from the founding principles of the Bretton Woods institutions.
UN report presents public policy suggestions for the future
UNDP’s Signals Spotlight 2024 highlights suggested initiatives to improve living conditions for the next generations. The document addresses topics that are crucial to sustainable development — such as racial, gender and social equality.
States of the Future: G20 side event discusses state model for sustainable and socially equitable development
Global experts from governments, civil society, academia, the private sector and international organizations will be meeting from July 22 to 26 in Rio de Janeiro to discuss issues that require new development models. Among them, former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet and the president-elect of the European Council, António Costa.
G20 adopts measures to ensure universal access to water
The ministers of the G20 member countries highlight common solutions and underline the importance of drinking water and basic sanitation in reducing poverty and promoting social justice. The need for investment to achieve the goals was underlined.
Through its internal and external coordination capabilities, “State of the Future” is crucial to effectively address the climate crisis
Proposal to create a permanent group to discuss the State at the G20 was launched at a side event in Rio de Janeiro. Participants emphasized the need for international coordination towards adaptation and mitigation of extreme climate events.
From Minas Gerais, Brasil leads energy transition with a tropical Global South perspective
According to Minister Alexandre Silveira, the path toward energy transition relies heavily on international dialogue — and hosting a G20 meeting in the capital of Minas Gerais will be crucial to show delegations the potential Brasil harbors in its tropical climate.
In a historical declaration, G20 ministers commit to reducing inequalities
In Rio, G20 ministers issued the "G20 Ministerial Development Declaration to Reduce Inequalities". The document solidifies the countries’ commitment to sustainable development and inclusive policies, highlighting the importance of international cooperation to counter global inequalities.
Development Ministerial Meeting in Rio de Janeiro highlights progress and goals to fight hunger, inequality, and climate change
This Monday (22) and Tuesday (23), the G20 will hold a Development Ministerial meeting in Rio de Janeiro focusing on the debate on reducing hunger, poverty, inequality, and climate change. On Wednesday (24) President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will participate in the pre-launch of the Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty.
Inequalities in access to water and sanitation are a global risk, say experts
A side event held by the G20 Development WG outlined optimistic strategies for addressing the global sanitation crisis, highlighting the importance of the connection with the impacts of climate change, and the need for financial integration and technological innovations to guarantee these rights
G20 presidency must reflect Brasil's diversity, says country's Sherpa
In an exclusive interview for the G20 Brasil website during the G20 Development Working Group meeting in Salvador, Bahia, Brazilian Sherpa Mauricio Lyrio emphasized the importance of convening meetings across different Brazilian cities to recognize the country's historical, cultural, economic, and environmental diversity. Lyrio underscored the importance of reducing inequalities and fostering trilateral cooperation for long-term development.
States of the Future
JULY 22-26 | RIO DE JANEIRO