Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Ministerial Meeting on Wednesday, marking the agency's 50th anniversary.
Extending his congratulations to the IEA on this milestone, PM Modi expressed gratitude to Ireland and France for co-chairing the meeting, emphasizing the importance of energy security and sustainability for sustained global growth.
PM Modi underscored how the nation surged from the 11th to the 5th largest economy in just one decade, establishing itself as the world’s fastest-growing major economy.
He also lauded India's outstanding achievements in renewable energy, noting a twenty-six fold increase in solar energy capacity and a doubling of overall renewable energy capacity.
"We exceeded our Paris commitments in this regard, ahead of timelines," PM Modi remarked. Despite being home to 17% of the global population and spearheading major energy access initiatives, India's carbon emissions contribute only 4% to the global total, he added.
PM Modi reiterated India's commitment to combating climate change, citing initiatives like the International Solar Alliance and Mission LiFE, which promote pro-planet lifestyle choices.
Referring to the launch of the Global Biofuels Alliance during India’s G20 Presidency, PM Modi thanked the IEA for its support, affirming the significance of collective efforts in tackling climate challenges.
PM Modi emphasized the importance of inclusivity in enhancing the credibility and capability of institutions, highlighting India's vast talent pool of 1.4 billion citizens capable of bringing innovation and expertise to the global energy table.
"We bring scale and speed, quantity and quality to every mission," he said, expressing confidence that India's enhanced role would greatly benefit the IEA.
PM Modi extended his best wishes for the success of the IEA Ministerial Meeting, urging participants to leverage the platform to strengthen existing partnerships and forge new ones.
"Let us build a cleaner, greener, and more inclusive world," Modi concluded, consolidating India's commitment to sustainable development on the global stage.
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