Daniel Shin

Recognizing and addressing the needs and contributions of the Global South is essential to foster a more equitable, sustainable and interconnected world. The Global South generally refers to the underdeveloped economies. A few indicators, such as politics, technology, distribution of wealth and demography, distinguish the Global South from Global North. There are currently 78 nations that are categorized as Global South economies. A pretty big portion of the Global South countries are located in or near the tropics.

The Global South matters. It comprises many rapidly developing economies that drive global economic growth and trade. It also encompasses a wealth of diverse cultures, languages and traditions, contributing to the richness of global cultural heritage. However, the stability of the political regime in the Global South is still lacking. Hence, addressing issues like poverty, inequality and human rights abuses in the Global South is critical for promoting global social justice and equality.

Many countries in the Global South already hold significant political sway in international organizations and global affairs. But, many are yet neither fairly treated nor make their voices. For example, the Global South is disproportionately affected by climate change and environmental crises which make........

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