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What causes G20 to form and how are its member countries selected?

In the ever-evolving landscape of global politics and economics, international organizations play a crucial role in fostering cooperation and addressing pressing global issues.

One such organization that has gained prominence in recent years is the G20, short for the Group of Twenty.

This group comprises 19 individual countries and the European Union, representing a diverse array of nations from around the world.

But what factors led to the formation of the G20, and how are its member countries selected? In this blog post, we will explore the origins and the criteria behind the selection of G20 member countries.👈

The Genesis of G20

The G20 was not always a fixture in the global political scene. It emerged in response to a series of economic crises in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997-1998 and the collapse of the Russian economy in 1998 serving as catalysts.

As these crises unfolded, it became clear that the existing international economic architecture, dominated by the G7 (comprising the world's seven largest advanced economies), was insufficient to address the challenges faced by the global economy.

In 1999, finance ministers and central bank governors from 20 major economies decided to establish the G20.

Their objective was to create a platform for discussing international financial stability, cooperation, and development.

Initially, the G20 focused primarily on economic and financial issues, but over time, its agenda expanded to encompass broader global challenges such as climate change, trade, and development.

Selection of G20 Member Countries

The selection of member countries for the G20 is not based on rigid criteria like those of other international organizations.

Instead, it is a combination of economic significance and regional representation. Here's how it works:

Economic Significance: The G20 comprises the world's largest economies, both in terms of nominal GDP and purchasing power parity. While the exact ranking can vary year by year, the group includes economic powerhouses like the United States, China, Japan, Germany, and India. These nations have substantial influence on the global economy and play a critical role in shaping its trajectory.

Regional Representation: To ensure a degree of regional balance and inclusivity, the G20 includes countries from different regions around the world. This is achieved through a combination of formal representation (e.g., the European Union as a single entity representing its member states) and the inclusion of countries from various continents.

Informal Invitations: In addition to the core membership, the G20 often extends invitations to guest countries and organizations to participate in its meetings. These guest invitations can vary from year to year and are usually based on specific considerations or issues on the agenda.

Rotation: While the core membership remains relatively stable, there is no strict rotation system for G20 membership. However, the organization strives to ensure a degree of continuity and representation from different regions.

Selection Process in Detail

The G20 selection process is dynamic and reflects the ever-changing nature of the global economy. While it is not based on specific numerical criteria or rigid rules, the following factors are crucial in determining membership:

Economic Size: Countries with the largest economies, as measured by factors such as nominal GDP and purchasing power parity, are typically invited to be part of the G20. For example, the United States, with the world's largest nominal GDP, and China, the world's second-largest economy but the largest by purchasing power parity, are prominent members.

Regional Representation: Ensuring representation from different regions is a key goal of the G20. This diversity helps bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to the table. Notable regional representatives include Brazil and Argentina from South America, South Africa from Africa, and Australia from the Asia-Pacific region.

Geopolitical Significance: Geopolitical influence and strategic importance also play a role. For instance, Russia's inclusion in the G20 reflects its status as a major global power, despite economic fluctuations.

Continuity and Stability: While there is no strict rotation system, the G20 seeks to maintain some continuity by retaining core members over time. Countries like Germany and Japan have been consistent participants due to their enduring economic strength.

Prominent G20 Member Countries

United States: As the world's largest economy, the United States plays a central role in shaping the G20's agenda. Its policies and actions have a significant impact on the global economy.

China: With its rapid economic growth and transformation into an economic superpower, China wields substantial influence within the G20, reflecting its status as the world's manufacturing and export hub.

Germany: Germany is not only the largest economy in the European Union but also a key driver of the European economy. Its strong export-oriented economy contributes to global trade discussions.

India: As one of the fastest-growing major economies, India's inclusion highlights its growing significance on the global stage. It represents the South Asian region within the G20.

Brazil: Brazil represents Latin America and brings attention to economic and environmental issues unique to the region. Its vast natural resources and agricultural production are key topics of discussion.

South Africa: South Africa is the only African member of the G20, emphasizing the importance of representing the African continent. It plays a role in discussions on development and trade in Africa.

Australia: Australia represents the Asia-Pacific region and contributes to discussions on trade, climate change, and economic stability in the region.

Russia: Russia's inclusion acknowledges its geopolitical significance and role in energy production and global politics.

Conclusion

The G20's selection of member countries reflects a dynamic and pragmatic approach, focusing on economic significance and regional representation.

While these criteria guide the selection process, the G20's inclusivity allows for flexibility and adaptability in addressing the diverse challenges faced by the global economy.

As the world continues to evolve, the G20 will remain a forum where nations come together to address pressing global issues and shape the future of international cooperation.

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UN, NATO, and the EU are relics.

The United Nations, NATO, and European Union are relics from a different time when nations were unique in their ability to solve the world's problems. Clearly, that isn't working anymore.

The United Nations was conceived to promote global peace, security, and cooperation, and it has played a crucial role in conflict resolution, humanitarian efforts, and development projects.

However, the organization's bureaucratic structure and the slow pace of decision-making have at times hindered its effectiveness. As the world grapples with new challenges like climate change and cyber threats, there's a call for the UN to adapt its mechanisms to respond more swiftly and comprehensively to emergent issues.

NATO, formed during the Cold War, was instrumental in preventing large-scale conflicts among its member states. While the organization has contributed to maintaining security in the Euro-Atlantic region, the nature of threats has transformed.

The rise of asymmetric warfare, cyberattacks, and transnational terrorism demands a recalibration of NATO's strategies to address these contemporary challenges effectively.

The European Union, once primarily an economic alliance, has blossomed into a political and economic union aimed at preserving stability and fostering cooperation among its members.

While the EU has been successful in promoting regional integration, recent geopolitical shifts and the Brexit process have sparked debates about its adaptability and the need for streamlined decision-making processes.

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ber 6, the technical launch of the sixth Multipurpose Offshore Patrol ship (PPA) “Ruggiero di Lauria” took place at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Muggiano. The ceremony was attended, among others, by the Admiral Enrico Credendino, Chief of the Italian Navy, and Gianmarco Medusei, President of the Regional Council of Liguria, welcomed for Fincantieri by Gen. Claudio Graziano, Chairman, and Dario Deste, General Manager of the Naval Vessels Division. This vessel is part of the renewal plan of the operational lines of the Italian Navy vessels, approved by the Government and Parliament and started in May 2015 (“Naval Act”) under the aegis of OCCAR (Organisation Conjointe de Cooperation sur l’Armement, the internationalorganization for cooperation on arms). The Multipurpose Offshore Patrol ships are built at the Integrated Shipyard of Riva Trigoso and Muggiano, with deliveries expected until 2026.

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Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

The FAO is a specialised agency operated under the wing of United Nations. With the ultimate goal of achieving global food security it leads international on the ground efforts. Working with over 130 countries and local NGOs to implement farming strategies and programs to improve agribusiness, food safety and production.

FAO achievements at a glance

Eradicated the deadly livestock viral disease, rinderpest 

Created international standards, Codex Alimentarius, to ensure safe, good food for everyone 

Eliminated human ‘river blindness’ in 11 West African countries 

Maintains the world’s largest and most comprehensive statistical database on food and agriculture 

Created and led adoption of the first ever binding international accord to combat illegal fishing, the Port State Measures Agreement 

Produced globally-agreed upon guidelines on tenure rights to ensure equitable access to land, fisheries and forests 

Helped halve the number of hungry in Latin America and the Caribbean 

Promoted the Right to Food as a human right guaranteed in constitutions and frameworks of over 30 countries.

Access the FAOs databases below:

FAOSTAT – FAO’s corporate database

Free and easy access to data for 245 countries and 35 regional areas from 1961 through the most recent year available.

AQUASTAT

Global information system of water and agriculture. AQUASTAT provides comprehensive information and data on water resources, water use, agricultural water management and non-conventional sources of water across the world.

CountrySTAT

CountrySTAT is a web-based information system for food and agriculture statistics at regional, national and subnational levels.

Fisheries and aquaculture

Comprehensive fisheries and aquaculture statistics are structured within data collections on a global and regional basis. These collections are available through various formats, tools and information products, including online query tools and the software FishStatJ for data exploration and extraction.

Gender and land rights database

Disparities on land access are one of the major causes for social and gender inequalities in rural areas. Gender differentiated rights to land have implications on rural food security and nutrition as well as on the wellbeing of rural families and individuals. Learn more about the different factors that relate to gender inequalities embedded in land rights.

Agricultural market information system (AMIS)

AMIS is a G20 initiative to enhance food market transparency and encourage coordination of policy action in response to market uncertainty. The initial focus of AMIS is on four grains that are particularly important in international food markets: wheat, maize, rice and soybeans.

Global Information and Early Warning System (GIEWS)

GIEWS provides information on food production and food security for all countries. The commodity price database disseminates up-to-date information on prices of agricultural commodities. Includes weekly data, monthly and annual averages.

Global Livestock Production and Health Atlas (GLiPHA)

GLiPHA is an extensive data warehouse containing global, sub-national information on the livestock sector. It shows livestock related information in the form of maps, graphs and exportable tables.

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Talk about an international organization – IELTS Speaking sample & vocabulary

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