We highlighted the Human Suffering and negative added impacts of the war in ukraine with regard to global food and energy security, Supply Chains, Macro Financial stability, inflation and growth. Thats a departure from tougher language at last years 620 in bali, saying the 620 deplores, in the strongest terms, the aggression by the Russian Federation against ukraine and demands its complete and unconditional withdrawal from the territory of ukraine. We should note two key leaders were missing russian president Vladimir Putin and his key ally, chinese president xijinping. Disagreements over language on ukraine threatened to overshadow the 620 this year, as south asia correspondent Yogita Limaye explains. During the 620 summit in bali last year, member countries took a very long time to agree on the wording regarding the war in ukraine, so that was expected this time around as well. In fact, there were worries about whether there would be consensus on any statement at all. And so, its quite clear that given that the statement has actually come out earlier than expected a day earlier than expected that negotiations on what could be said in that paragraph about the war in ukraine started actually before the meetings in delhi began. Significantly watered down from what we saw in bali last year. No mention of russia, the Russian Federation, or of moscow. Mainly saying that states shouldnt be using force against territorial integrity, sovereignty and political independence of other states. Also saying the threat of use, or the use, of Nuclear Weapons is inadmissible. But if you compare that to what was said in bali last year, where they didnt really have a form of wording that reflected everyone� s opinion. So there were sentences like most Countries Deplore what was described then as russian aggression in ukraine. So its unsurprising that ukraine is disappointed by the statement and saying that its nothing to be proud of. When asked about the watering down of that portion of the statement, Indias External Affairs minister, sjaishankar, said its a different time this year compared to last time, the circumstances are different. He also said developing countries have taken the lead this time around to accomplish consensus on that wording. The other big outcome of this meeting in delhi is the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the 620. This is something that india and its Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, have been advocating very strongly for. Prime minister modi had written to members of the 620, saying that multilateral institutions and groupings, they need to be more representative and fair. So domestically, in india, this is a big win. Its going to market it as a big win, especially since it wants to project itself as the voice of developing countries around the world. Earlier, i spoke to ravi agrawal, the editor in chief of Foreign Policy. Thanks for being with us here on the programme. Now, the spokesman for ukraines Foreign Ministry said that that statement is, quote, nothing to be proud of. Why do you think that the 620 leaders agreed to more watered down language on ukraine this year, as opposed to last years stronger statement, which condemned russia . Well, you know, joint statements such as the one weve just seen often reflect the characteristics of the host country. And i think the 620s communique this past weekend, it not only reflects indias stance as being on the fence on the war in ukraine, but it also mirrors the divisions that exist in the world when it comes to this war. As the 620 expands to include the African Union which represents 55 countries these divisions are only going to increase and come out into the open. And that is why groups such as the 67, for example, which mostly has rich, industrialised countries, tend to be more cohesive and they are the ones who have criticised russia for the war in ukraine. So that really seems to be where the 620 is headed towards, being more inclusive of countries in the global south, but unable really to criticise things that, for example, the United States has been championing, such as trying to sort of restrict russias options around the world. Now, all of that said, the 620 is using its inclusivity for some good. The language in the joint declaration to reform big multilateral banks, for example, things like that, i think, will emerge in the coming days as advances that could be useful for the world. But what about for the ukrainians . Is this a blow for the ukrainian government, would you say . I think it is, and that its symbolic. It is symbolic that a group such as the 620 is unable to strongly criticise russia. Remember, the 620 does include russia. So just as this group is unable to come out strongly against russia, so too with the united nations. And as such, what all of this reflects is a fracturing of multilateralism in the world. A breakdown of the world into blocs that operate sometimes against each other, in competition with each other. This is not ideal, to be clear, but such is the world we are headed towards, where you have countries in the global south that essentially take the stance of saying, well, what about us . What about our wars . What about our conflicts that dont get as much attention . Thats not to say that they are right in saying those things. This just reflects the mood in india, in many countries, in much of the global south. Well, in the face of that, weve seen President Biden nurturing his relationship with indian Prime MinisterNarendra Modi both at this summit and, of course, recently at a visit to washington. How do you see that relationship progressing . This is a relationship that is transactional, that is based on Hard Headed Realism. The United States needs india. You know, if you were to imagine americas Nightmare Scenario in terms of geopolitics, it would be that india moves closer to china. So as a result of imagining that Nightmare Scenario, the United States has to do what it can to bring india onside, which means increased defence ties, increased technology ties, cooperating on the quad and other such blocs and alliances, as the world fractures in the way i was just describing. For india as well, you know, one of its greatest Foreign Policy challenges today is its unresolved Border Dispute with china. So, you know, for india as well, if you put on a hard sort of realist hat, it makes a lot more sense to ally more closely with the United States, while still continuing to pick and choose various areas where you speak out on issues the United States wants you to. So climate change, for example, india seems to be all in on cooperating with the United States. But when it comes to russia, as we were just discussing, maybe not. All of that said, this relationship seems to be going from strength to strength in both countries, that is immensely domestically popular to champion the relationship between the worlds two biggest democracies. And one other dynamic i do want to briefly touch on. We did see a handshake between President Biden and saudi arabias crown Prince Mohammed bin salman, which, of course, we know he avoided when visiting the kingdom last year. What did you make of that . I mean, talk about Hard Headed Realism this is a relationship, you know, that i think the Biden White House realises that they have to cultivate in some form, even though President Biden himself has said that he would make saudi arabia a global pariah. Far from it. You know, the biden and mbs Fist Bumped In Riyadh Last Year and now it seems to have been upgraded to a handshake. And this is, again, because washington needs riyadh when it comes to helping keep the price of oil low, when it comes to emerging partnerships in the middle east. Saudis opening up to israel and other countries in the region, saudi arabias immense sort of pockets and ability to influence Infrastructure Projects around the world. This Handshake Today was also in part because of a big Infrastructure Project a rail and Shipping Line going from india through the middle east, that involves saudi. That is going to be very good for the region. But also, notably, it is something that goes against chinese efforts at infrastructure in the region. So ultimately, the way to see american Foreign Policy right now, to put it very simply, is anything that would further us interests against china seems to be the way that washington is seeing the world and acting out its Foreign Policy. Ravi agarwal, the editor in chief of Foreign Policy. Great to talk to you. Thanks so much. Some significant moments at this years 620 also include uk Prime Minister rishi sunak� s visit to india. He became the countrys first leader of Indian Heritage to visit the country, a former british colony. The Economic Group also committed to addressing Debt Vulnerabilities in developing countries, and focus on ethiopia. The 620 also vowed to strengthen Global Health architecture for things like low Carbon Health systems, in another key moment at the global summit, the 620 also welcomed the africa union as a permanent member on saturday, in a historic expansion of the economic bloc. The African Union a continental body of 55 Member States now has the same status as the european union. This marks the first expansion of the 620 since it was formed in 1999. Meanwhile, on the sidelines of the 620, leaders announced plans to create a modern day spice route linking europe, the middle east and india. The new rail and shipping corridor would help the flow of energy and trade by cutting shipping times, costs and fuel use. It will link middle east countries by railway and connect them to india by port. The rail project linking india and the middle east is seen as an attempt by President Biden to counter chinas influence in the region. They are represented here at the 620, and we hope that they will approach the discussions here in a constructive, productive way, because they have a lot to gain. They have a lot of interest in, for instance, high quality, valuable, transparent Economic Investment in lower and middle income countries. So theres a lot at stake for all the members of the 620. And we look forward to chinas participation in that regard. That doesnt mean that we turn a blind eye or look the other way at these coercive behaviors, whether theyre pushing on excessive Maritime Claims in the south china sea, whether its intellectual theft, whether its unfair Trade Practices around the world or its, quite frankly, a very sketchy human rights record. We mean to, and will, continue to press on all those concerns. A little earlier, we took a closer look at both china and ukraine two countries front and centre at 620 discussions. Joining me now is daniel russell, former us Assistant Secretary Of State for east asian and pacific affairs. Welcome to the programme. Thanks for taking the time to be with us. Now, the 620 summit has agreed to a joint declaration, including a statement on the war in ukraine. What do you make of the language itself . Well, the language on ukraine and russia is sort of exquisitely cautious. It references the human tragedy, the suffering from the war in ukraine, but it doesnt specify who caused the war through aggression. So these are the kinds of compromises that need to be made in multilateral settings. After all, russia is a member of the 620 and india, as the host, i think, is particularly careful about striking a balanced note. I mean, i think its fair to say that few people did even expect a joint declaration to be signed. Is this a win for modi, do you think . Yes. No question, but modi has been bolstering his status on the world stage, and the fact that he has succeeded at the leader level in getting consensus around a joint statement, one that directly alludes to the war in ukraine, whereas the Foreign Ministers were unable to do thatjust a matter of weeks ago, i think is a credit to him, in terms of his diplomatic heft. Well, President Biden, as we know, has also announced a shipping and rail corridor. This will link india with the middle east and europe. He says that it will create economic growth, jobs in this region. How significant do you think it is, in your assessment . I think its one of the most important things that the Biden Administration has championed. It works in the framework of the quad the us, japan, india, australia alignment. It actually comes out of the 67 as the partnership for Global Infrastructure and investment, and now its been expanded to at least a subset of the 620. This one, involving saudi arabia, for example, along with the eu and india. And, look, the world needs infrastructure, the world wants infrastructure. And for some time, china in the form of the belt and Road Initiative has been filling that gap by doing so in ways that have created a lot of downstream problems. Environmental problems, Social Problems and a huge debt problem. So this new partnership for high quality and responsible investment and infrastructure offers a really important and viable alternative. As the saying goes, you cant beat something with nothing, and now i think biden is helping the west to put something very meaningful on. Let me ask you this, then, how important do you think this is in countering china . Its easy to see this, like many other things in the strictly zero sum lens of great power, us china rivalry, and theres elements of that, but i think more importantly, it goes to the question of whether the west is perceived in the global south as bringing something to the table, as really adding value, as providing more thanjust finger wagging lectures about human rights. And in this case, the answer is yes. With the us leadership, the west is providing and offering exactly the kind of investment and infrastructure and in technology that low income countries, the developing countries, very much need and want. Well, the other big news to come out of the first day, mr modi formally inviting the African Union to become a permanent member of the group. What do you think that will mean for the group . Well, look, i think it goes to the point ijust made about the need for western countries and developed countries, industrialised countries, the 620, the leaders of the Global Economy to show that they are in fact working hand in hand, shoulder to shoulder with the developing world. And africa is a young, growing, developing continent that has a lot of needs and has a lot to offer. Now, its no easy task to integrate the interests of the African Continent with those of the 620, but its certainly a worthwhile endeavour. So, then, President Biden heading on to vietnam next after the 620, also in a bid to strengthen economic ties in south asia. What do you think President Biden needs to achieve there . What does he need to accomplish, in order to keep china at bay . Well, look, china is going to continue to exercise its leverage and to build its relationships, particularly its trade and economic relationships, with countries in the indo pacific. The us has been trying to stop that. But look at india, look at vietnam, these are two countries with a Love Hate Relationship with china and theres been a lot less love between them in the last few years, and theyve both found great value in aligning more closely with the United States. Now, on the economic side, i think its. The sky is the limit. Biden is meeting with a whole group of tech and other us Business Leaders while hes in vietnam. So economics is a big part, technology is a big part, but theres also a defence relationship. Theyre not going to talk publicly about it very much and its very slow to progress, but its important to both sides. Daniel russell, thank you so much for your insights. Thank you, helena. Chinas presence looms large at the 620, and President Biden� s next stop, vietnam, despite president xijinping not attending the summit. I just spoke to former Deputy Assistant secretary of state alyssa ayres, now at the George Washington university, about how that has impacted the meeting. I want to begin with notably who was absent from this 620 summit. The chinese president xijinping. What do summit. The chinese president xi jinping. What do you think the impact will be of him skipping the summit . Well, he missed an skipping the summit . Well, he missed an opportunity skipping the summit . Well, he missed an opportunity to skipping the summit . Well, he | missed an opportunity to weigh in and take part in what seems to have been a very successful 620. He was absent, it looked as if china didnt care as much. He had an important consensus declaration that came out, affirming the importance of making progress Unsustainable Development goals, affirming, making Good Progress on Multilateral Development reform. I think this was a good outcome in china just didnt take part. Some allergists have been suggesting. Analysts. Some analysts have been suggesting that beijing doesnt see as much utility any more in 620 in showing up and, instead, it is pivoting and seeing more use in groups like bricks, for example, your thoughts on that . Well, we only have one data point on which to base that and Thatis Point On which to base that and that is this most recent 620 leaders level meeting. China participated at many other 620 gatherings taking place throughout the course of the year so it is a little bit hard to extrapolate just from this one example. But it is noticeable and people are talking about the fact that mr xi did not show up for this one. , xi did not show up for this one,. , y xi did not show up for this one. , ~. , one. So do you think that president one. So do you think that President Biden one. So do you think that President Biden is one. So do you think that President Biden is giving| one. So do you think that President Biden is giving india a pass because of china . India has a lot of a pass because of china . India has a lot of problems, a pass because of china . India has a lot of problems, there i a pass because of china . India has a lot of problems, there isj has a lot of problems, there is no question about that. I also am confident that if the bilateral at the bilateral level and private diplomacy, President Biden, secretary Antony Blinken and im sure other senior us officials are raising these issues, but through private diplomacy and i dont think the 620 is the right context here. 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Reaffirming Us Engagement in a different manner, that was an interesting thing that happened on the heels of the bricks meeting, for example. I do think this gave President Biden a level of visibility with the global self that was nice to see. You know, india and placed very, very high priority serving as a from the global south of the Worlds Largest economies as part of its presidency of the 620 this year and i think that was a helpful thing for President Biden as well. ~ ~. , thing for President Biden as well. ~ ~. ,. ,. ,. , well. Well, we know that one of the other contentious well. Well, we know that one of the other contentious issues well. Well, we know that one of the other contentious issues in l the other contentious issues in the other contentious issues in the run up to the summit was the run up to the summit was the topic of climate change. It appeared there was very little agreement on the issue in the run up to the summit. Since then, officials now saying that they have reached a consensus, saying, quote, they will pursue and encourage others to triple Renewable Energy capacity through existing targets and policies. How satisfied you think those countries who are most at risk, how satisfied you think they will be with that . Well, we have to see how things unfold, but i think certainly at the level of declaration, it is encouraging to see a deep and verbal commitment to doing more on this. I think we have all witnessed for many people Around The World First hand what the impact of the changing climate is doing. It is having extremely detrimental effects with catastrophic weather events, so countries around the world that need additional funding for mitigation and adaptation should be encouraged from the outcome here. So adaptation should be encouraged from the outcome here. From the outcome here. So from the 620, president from the outcome here. So from the 620, President Biden from the outcome here. So from the 620, President Biden will. The 620, President Biden will head onto vietnam and we know that he is expected to sign a partnership with vietnam, a pact. When we look at it, between two historic foes. What you think that says about the relationship between vietnam and china . I relationship between vietnam and china . And china . I think vietnam is t in to and china . I think vietnam is trying to hedge and china . I think vietnam is trying to hedge its and china . I think vietnam is trying to hedge its bets. And china . I think vietnam is trying to hedge its bets. It i and china . I think vietnam is trying to hedge its bets. It is| trying to hedge its bets. It is also the case that the relationship between vietnam and the United States has been deepening over the course of the last ten, 15 years or so. Vietnam has also become a very important Trading Partner with the United States, as part of what we see diversification of trading Supply Chains out of china, so that is another development that has helped bring the two countries closer together. Bring the two countries closer touether. ~ bring the two countries closer touether. , ~ ,. ,. , bring the two countries closer touether. , ~. , together. Thank you for being with us. Thank together. Thank you for being with us. Thank you. The leaders declaration addressed efforts to curb climate change, including a pledge to pursue tripling global Renewable Energy capacity. The 620 countries accounted for 80 of the worlds emissions in 2021. They are facing growing urgency to tackle what extreme weather, including torrential rains, record heat and damaging wildfires. New delhi, where they are meeting, experienced torrential flooding, landslides, and extreme heat in the last two months. As President Biden prepares for his vietnam trip, the bbc� s carl nasman asked brucejones of the Brookings Institution about the us push into the region. The region is very keen to have more america to balance the more america to balance the more china that they are confronted with. 0bama tried to strengthen ties in asia, trump in his own way strength of some of the ties in asia, biden is doing the same, but it is really the region that has changed. It is a reaction to chinese overreach to the military build up, to the pressure, which is seeing this phenomenon of countries really looking to strengthen their relationship with the United States. That still some hedging and nervousness, but there is a great deal of interest in the region. Biden i think deserves credit for taking advantage of that, particularly in terms of the japan and korea rapprochement he orchestrated and the United States team orchestrated, but it is really the region driving this. Thanks for your company, im Helena Humphrey in washington. Head to bbcnews. Com for more information on the 620 summit. Ill be back at the top of the hour with the latest headlines. Good morning, all. Wow, what an incredible week of weather we have just experienced across the uk for six consecutive days, we saw temperatures on, orabove, 30 degrees. That was a september record, and on saturday, we saw the highest temperature weve seen this year, with 33 degrees. The Weather Story will change, though, over the next couple of days with the introduction of this pretty slow moving Weather Front. It will gradually change the Wind Direction to more of a north westerly, which is going to introduce, slowly, some fresher air from the north. But before that, weve got quite a muggy feel out there and some sharp, thundery downpours pushing in from the south west over the next few hours. Temperatures first thing Sunday Morning will be sitting mid to high teens quite widely across england and wales. A little bit fresher, particularly to the north west of the great glen. But please bear that in mind if you have got a ticket for the start line for the great north run. Its going to be a muggy old story and there will be a lot of sunshine around as well, both for the spectators and for the athletes as well. We run the risk of some thundery downpours continuing to move their way steadily north as we go through the day, so its going to be sunny spells and sharp showers. The showers pretty hitand miss, though, and with the sunshine, we will continue to see some warmth. Now, some of those showers could once again be heavy and thundery as theyre moving their way steadily northwards. Into scotland, Central Parts Of Scotland and northern ireland, largely fine and dry, and here is our weatherfront into the far north west, Still Producing some outbreaks of rain here. So a fresher feel here but, elsewhere, we could still see temperatures in the mid to high 20s, perhaps peaking in the south east 32, possibly 33 degrees once again, depending on how much sunshine we see. As we go through the evening and into the early hours of monday morning, well see some sharp thundery downpours again drifting their way steadily northwards. The thunderstorms will gradually ease and that Weather Front will gradually slip its way steadily south. Temperatures perhaps into the mid teens ahead of it, but its monday when we will start to see the signs of more of a significant change. So as we go through the week ahead, it turns a little bit fresher and certainly more unsettled. Thats it, take care. The headlines at the top of that hour, straight after this programme. Hello from colorados rocky mountains. Im tom brook, and welcome to talking movies. In todays programme, the big autumn Film Festivals are under way. Well be bringing you highlights from telluride here in colorado and from venice, which canjustly claim the title of being the oldest Film Festival in the world. My colleague emma jones is there. Its a special anniversary here at venice. The festival is celebrating its 80th year. Like other major film events, though, the festival has been