Behind the Scenes: G20 Sherpas' Tireless Efforts for Global Consensus

Four Indian diplomats from the Foreign Service played a crucial role in crafting the G20 leaders' declaration, achieving complete consensus among member countries. The team consisted of Abhay Thakur, Nagaraj Naidu Kakanur, Eenam Gambhir, and Ashish Sinha, who brought their expertise in languages, multilateral experience, and negotiation skills to the table. Through months of hard work and strategic negotiations, including enlisting the support of Brazil and South Africa, the team successfully reached a consensus on key issues. Their efforts were acknowledged and praised by India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, who highlighted their outstanding teamwork in achieving a consensus that had eluded the world.