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New Delhi/IBNS: "Conflicts and confrontation benefit none," said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a veiled urge to the world to maintain peace and harmony amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's efforts to promote women's participation in all sectors, including politics. He mentioned that nearly 50% of elected representatives in local self-government institutions are women. He also mentioned the recent law granting one-third reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, which he believes will enrich India's parliamentary tradition.
Get latest articles and stories on Business at LatestLY. "We will continue to engage in parliamentary diplomacy and dialogue in relevant fora as a catalyst for promoting international peace, prosperity and harmony, including supporting the peaceful resolution of conflicts and disputes," the declaration states. Business News | P20 Joint Declaration Adopted with Consensus; to Engage in Parliamentary Diplomacy, Dialogue for International Peace.
Underlining the importance of wider participation in global decision-making, the Prime Minister said that it was behind the proposal to include the African Union in G-20 which was accepted by all the members.
PM Narendra Modi's comments, echoing his 'Not an era of war' sentiment, came amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war that has claimed over 2,800 lives on both sides