Calling for reform of the United Nations in line with the changing realities of the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that a mid-20th century approach cannot serve the world in the 21st century.

In an interview with PTI, Modi said the G20 is one of the institutions that is being looked at with “hope” by many countries as the world is looking for actions and outcomes, “no matter where they come from.”

“Today’s world is a multipolar world where institutions are extremely important for a rules-based order that is fair and sensitive to all concerns. However, institutions can retain relevance only when they change with the times,” Modi said.

“A mid-20th century approach cannot serve the world in the 21st century. So, our international institutions need to recognise changing realities, expand their decision-making forums, relook at their priorities, and ensure representation of voices that matter,” the PM said, adding, “When this is not done on time, then smaller or regional forums begin to attain more importance.”

“The G20 is certainly one of the institutions that is being looked at with hope by many countries. Because the world is looking for actions and outcomes, no matter where they come from,” he added.