For a long time, global politics has been dominated by a handful of powerful countries—namely the US, France, China, Britain, and other European nations. These nations have consistently made decisions, set rules, and enforced them, while other countries were left with no choice but to comply. But now, the world is entering a new phase of change.

The developing nations of Asia, Africa, and Latin America—collectively referred to as the Global South—are beginning to rise. These countries no longer want to merely observe global politics from the sidelines; they want a seat at the table where decisions are made.

The term “Global South” does not refer to geography. It represents countries that are economically, politically, or militarily weaker than the dominant Western powers. For example, although Australia lies in the southern hemisphere, it is considered part of the Global North due to its economic strength. Conversely, India, despite being in Asia, is classified as part of the Global South because it continues to face development challenges.

Global South countries are often marked by poverty, economic dependency, and underdevelopment. However, many of them are now experiencing growth. Nations like India, China, Brazil, and South Africa have made significant progress in recent years. They have expanded their industrial........

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