In March, the G20 had announced that over USD 5 trillion would be injected into the global economy to offset the impact of the pandemic. Saudi Arabia assumed the G20 Presidency on December 1, 2019 with an ambitious theme, namely 'realising opportunities of the 21st century for all'. "The G20 has stressed that equitable and affordable access to vaccines for all is the key to overcoming the novel coronavirus pandemic and supporting global economic recovery. As an example of the growing cooperation between our two countries, Al Sati said India facilitated the travel of hundreds of healthcare professionals to Saudi Arabia to resume their work in Saudi health facilities. "With this aim, the Saudi G20 Presidency, in coordination with member countries and international organisations, initiated a variety of harmonised responses," he added.

Source: Mint November 15, 2020 14:26 UTC