G20 Extravaganza in India: When, Who, and How India is Rolling Out the Red Carpet

 INTRO:

          Greetings, folks! Hold onto your turbans and sarees because India is about to throw the party of the year. We're talking about the G20 summit, where the world's heavyweight leaders are dusting off their finest suits and saris to converge on the bustling streets of New Delhi. It's like Bollywood and Wall Street decided to merge for a two-day blockbuster event.(An Ode to the Summit: When World Leaders Descend on Delhi)

Outlines:

• Dressing up Delhi: A Makeover Fit for Royalty (or Politicians)
• The G20 Demystified: A Club for Economic Titans and the EU
• The Guest List: Who Crashed the G20 Party This Year?
• A Date with Destiny: When and Where's the Party?
• The Theme: One Earth, One Family, One Future (With a Side of LiFE)
• The VIP Guest List: Who's In and Who's Out?
• Top of the Agenda: Global Issues and Gossip
• Delhi Gets Its Groove On: Prepping for the Grand Gala

Dressing up Delhi: A Makeover Fit for Royalty (or Politicians):

Imagine you're a guest at India's grand G20 shindig, and you enter New Delhi. What do you see? Ornamental flowers and fountains dancing at traffic roundabouts, public buildings and pavements getting a fresh coat of paint, and a city decked out like it's Diwali all over again. You'll probably wonder if you've stumbled into a fairy tale rather than a summit of world leaders.

The G20 Demystified: A Club for Economic Titans and the EU:

So, what's this G20 thing, and who's invited to this exclusive club? Picture this: In 1999, the world's top 20 economies decided they needed a club of their own. Why? Well, after the Asian financial crisis, they realized that global problems needed global solutions. These folks account for 80% of the global GDP, trade like there's no tomorrow, and make up two-thirds of the world's population. In short, they're kind of a big deal.

The Guest List: Who Crashed the G20 Party This Year?:

Now, you'd think the G20 is an invite-only soiree, but they've got some surprise guests this time. Bangladesh, Egypt, Mauritius, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Singapore, Spain, and the United Arab Emirates got their golden tickets. And wait, there's more! The United Nations, International Monetary Fund, World Health Organization, World Trade Organization, International Labor Organization, and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development got their fancy invites too. But India didn't stop there – they invited the International Solar Alliance, the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, and the Asian Development Bank. It's like Oprah was handing out invitations, "You get an invite! You get an invite! Everybody gets an invite!"

A Date with Destiny: When and Where's the Party?:

Now, mark your calendars because this epic bash is happening on September 9th and 10th. The venue? The swanky new Bharat Mandapam, right next to the iconic India Gate. Imagine world leaders taking selfies at the Gate before discussing the fate of the world. #LeadersSummitGoals

The Theme: One Earth, One Family, One Future (With a Side of LiFE):

This year, India's theme is "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" or "One Earth, One Family, One Future." It's like India is saying, "Come on, folks, we're all in this together." The theme focuses on valuing all life, from humans to animals, plants, and even microorganisms. Basically, it's a reminder that we're all stuck on this rock together, so we better make it count.

The VIP Guest List: Who's In and Who's Out?:

Now, the juicy stuff – who's attending and who's ghosting? US President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are a definite "yes," while Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping are giving it a pass this time. It's the first time a Chinese president is skipping the G20 since forever. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is making his debut in India, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida might spill some tea about Russia and Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron is coming, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince is RSVPing, and South Korea's president wants to talk missiles over masala chai. It's a star-studded event!

Top of the Agenda: Global Issues and Gossip:

What's cooking at the G20 buffet of global issues? Well, they're dishing out more loans to developing nations, revamping international debt rules, dealing with cryptocurrency drama, and trying to figure out how to keep food and energy secure when the world is feeling a bit iffy. Oh, and there's this tiny matter of the war in Ukraine causing a rift in the group. Russia and China want a low-profile, but the Western gang is waving their condemnation flags high. Drama, anyone?

Delhi Gets Its Groove On: Prepping for the Grand Gala:

Picture this: Delhi's chaotic streets transformed into smooth, resurfaced roads. Dark pavements lighting up like Diwali, and city walls sporting vibrant murals. It's a makeover that would make Cinderella jealous. But there's a twist in this fairy tale – hundreds of houses and roadside stalls met the wrecking ball, leaving folks homeless. The authorities say it's against "illegal encroachers," but activists and the evicted are questioning this Cinderella story. And let's not forget Indian Railways going on a break and the New Delhi airport getting a flight makeover.

So, there you have it – the G20 extravaganza coming to you straight from the heart of India. It's a mix of glamour, power plays, and some good old-fashioned debates. Buckle up, world, because when Delhi parties, it parties like no other! 🥳🇮🇳✨