UN Resident Coordinator Shombi Sharp emphasized India’s pivotal role in global leadership, highlighting its philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ and its dual strength in high-tech innovation and inclusive development. He praised India’s advancements in renewable energy and food security, citing them as models for the Global South. Sharp acknowledged India’s significant contributions to UN peacekeeping and its commitment to counterterrorism, reinforcing its status as a stabilizing force in international security. He underscored the relevance of India’s diplomatic stance on climate justice, particularly in addressing the crises affecting developing nations, thereby positioning India as a vital advocate for global peace, justice, and development, ultimately supporting a cooperative international framework in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.