G20 Country Perspectives

Our G20 Country Perspectives analyze domestic policies of individual G20 countries and give insight into national growth plans, emission reduction targets (NDC) and selected goals of the Agenda 2030 (SDGs). Guiding the analyzes is the question of whether and how these targets are implemented coherently. They are part of our feature on G20 and the G20 Summit in Germany.

Synopsis Paper of eight G20 Country Perspectives

This synopsis paper provides a summary and analysis of papers produced by the Heinrich Boell Foundation offices in eight countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico and South Africa. The scope of this synopsis is limited to these countries and focuses primarily on the need for a transition to renewable energy in the context of economic growth and climate change.

By Bhumika Muchhala

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Mexico: Economic Growth vs. Human Rights Crisis in the Shades of the United States under Trump

In the eyes of the international community, Mexico has remained active in promoting actions and agreements related to gender equality; the promotion of renewable energies; actions to combat climate change; and marine life. However, inside the country, there is a series of disagreements.

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Canadaʼs Approach and Coherence on Economic, Climate, and Development Goals

The goals, policies, and actions of the Canadian government regarding climate protection, economoic growth, and Sustainbale Development Coals (SDGs) are weaker than international commitments and contain significant contradictions.

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From Brazilian Comprehensive Growth Strategy to Sustainable Development Goals

Poverty, inequality and the challenges arising from climate change require a high level of cooperation in international arenas such as the G20 and the United Nations. This paper analyzes the coherence of Brazilian commitments on addressing climate change and fostering development in these international arenas.

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Indonesiaʼs dilemma: The G20 and the United Nationsʼ Sustainable Development Goals within a national context

Indonesia will be able to play a leading role in the fight against climate change, and gets a global significance. To that end, a political leadership is needed which is able to promote consistency between the declared commitment shown in international forums and genuine implementation efforts. This e-paper shows how this can be achieved.

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South Africa - Making the right energy choices

The South African government has unreservedly endorsed the SDGs, noting that the triple challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality that they address is also the primary focus of the country. This e-paper will show how the SDGs are conceptually aligned to the South Africa’s National Development Plan.

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India - National Policies and Global Commitments

The alignment of G20 policies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) is high on the Indian agenda. This paper examines the three areas energy and climate policy; sustainable and inclusive economic growth; and gender equality.

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