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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his address at the G7 Outreach Session in Kananaskis to deliver a pointed message to world leaders: the growing instability in multiple regions is exacting a heavy toll on the Global South, and the international community must confront the threats of terrorism and emerging technologies with consistency and resolve. Speaking at the session on energy security, Modi thanked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for the invitation and congratulated the G7 on its 50th anniversary.  Image Source: MEA/FM on X Framing energy security as one of the defining challenges of the future, Modi outlined India’s approach built on the pillars of availability, accessibility, affordability, and acceptability. Despite being the world’s fastest growing major economy, India has met its Paris climate goals ahead of schedule, he emphasized. Modi showcased India’s global sustainability initiatives including the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Res...

On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, signaling India’s growing diplomatic engagement with key global partners. In his first meeting with Chancellor Merz since the German leader’s assumption of office in May 2025, Prime Minister Modi extended congratulations on his electoral victory and thanked Germany for its condolences following the recent Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad.  Image Source: PM NaMo on X Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the momentum in India-Germany ties, particularly as the two countries mark 25 years of their Strategic Partnership. The discussions covered a broad spectrum of cooperation, including trade and investment, defence, security, green energy, sustainable development, innovation, technology, education, and mobility.  The leaders also emphasized their shared commitment to combating terrorism, with...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Canada on Monday to participate in the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, marking his first visit to the country in a decade.  In a post on X, Modi said he would hold discussions with world leaders on key global challenges and highlight the priorities of the Global South during the summit. The visit marks Modi’s sixth consecutive participation in the G7 meetings. Image Source: PM on X Modi landed in Canada on the second leg of his ongoing four-day, three-nation tour that includes Cyprus and Croatia.  He was invited by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who took office earlier this year following the departure of Justin Trudeau.  Carney’s invitation signals an attempt to repair strained ties after diplomatic tensions under Trudeau’s leadership, which saw India recall several diplomats in 2023 over Ottawa’s handling of pro-Khalistani activities. Both countries have since resumed security contacts, with discussions underway to appoint ...

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will depart Sunday for a four-day, three-nation visit to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia, with his itinerary centered around participation in the 51st G7 Summit at Kananaskis, Canada, on June 16-17. This marks Modi’s sixth consecutive appearance at the G7 Summit. File Photo/PM on X Modi will begin his trip with an official visit to Cyprus on June 15-16, his first visit to the Mediterranean nation as Prime Minister and the first by any Indian Prime Minister in over two decades.  He will meet Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in Nicosia and address business leaders in Limassol. According to the External Affairs Ministry, the visit aims to strengthen India’s ties with Cyprus, the Mediterranean region, and the European Union. On June 16-17, Modi will travel to Kananaskis at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend the G7 Summit. Discussions will focus on global challenges including energy security, artificial intelligence, ...