G7 Summit Participation

Context

Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed his upcoming participation in the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, following an invitation from Canadian counterpart Mark Carney.

G7 Summit Participation

About the G7

The Group of Seven (G7) is an intergovernmental forum consisting of:
Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
It is an informal bloc of industrialized democracies that meets annually to discuss global economic governance, security, energy, and climate change.
The European Union (EU) also participates in G7 meetings.
G7 summits are rotationally hosted by member countries.

2025 G7 Summit at Kananaskis, Canada

Venue: Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada – a repeat venue after the 2002 G8 summit.
Host: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, newly elected and hosting his first G7.
The 2025 summit focuses on climate resilience, inclusive growth, digital governance, and global South partnerships.
Canada’s invitation to India signifies continued recognition of India’s global strategic and economic importance.

India and the G7

India is not a G7 member but has often been invited as an Outreach Partner or guest country.
Prime Minister Modi has attended multiple G7 summits:
- Biarritz 2019 (France)
- Elmau 2022 (Germany)
- Hiroshima 2023 (Japan)

Geopolitical Significance

India's inclusion reflects the G7’s expanding engagement with emerging powers, especially amid shifting global power dynamics.
It provides India with a platform to:
- Advocate for multilateral reforms
- Discuss global technology governance
- Push for climate equity and energy transition financing
- Showcase initiatives like Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) and Digital Public Goods