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G7 Leaders Back Israel’s Right to Defend Itself, Blame Iran for Middle East Unrest

June 17, 2025, 1:56 pm

Ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada, leaders from the world’s seven most advanced economies released a joint statement addressing the rising conflict in West Asia. They reaffirmed their commitment to peace and emphasized Israel’s right to defend itself amid the ongoing hostilities.

The G7 leaders stated, “We, the leaders of the G7, reiterate our commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East. In this context, we affirm that Israel has a right to defend itself. We reiterate our support for the security of Israel. We also affirm the importance of the protection of civilians.”

Iran Held Responsible for Regional Tensions

In their message, the G7 nations clearly identified Iran as the key force behind the region’s instability and rising terrorism. They strongly opposed the idea of Iran developing nuclear weapons and called for diplomatic solutions to ease the situation.

The statement read, “Iran is the principal source of regional instability and terror. We have been consistently clear that Iran can never have a nuclear weapon. We urge that the resolution of the Iranian crisis leads to a broader de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza. We will remain vigilant to the implications for international energy markets and stand ready to coordinate, including with like-minded partners, to safeguard market stability.”

Trump Pushes for Ceasefire, Leaves G7 Summit Early

In a surprising development, US President Donald Trump left the G7 summit ahead of schedule. Media reports suggested that he did so to focus on brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. French President Emmanuel Macron told journalists that Trump had proposed a ceasefire plan, aiming to open up wider diplomatic discussions.

Macron told reporters, “There is an offer that has been made, especially to have a ceasefire and to initiate broader discussions.”

He added that France would support the effort, “If the United States of America can achieve a ceasefire, it is a very good thing and France will support it, and we wish for it.”

Trump Warns Iran on Nuclear Weapons via Truth Social

Earlier, Trump had made a strong statement on Truth Social. He criticized Iran for not signing a proposed agreement and warned of the consequences of continued aggression. He called for the immediate evacuation of Tehran and reiterated that Iran must never acquire nuclear arms.

In his post, he wrote, “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and a waste of human life. Simply stated, Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. I have said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”

In another post, he stressed, “America First means many great things, including the fact that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. Make America great again.”

Death Toll Mounts as Israel-Iran Conflict Continues

The war between Israel and Iran has now entered its fifth day, with both nations launching missile strikes. Several areas have been hit, causing widespread civilian casualties. According to CNN, at least 224 people have died in Iran and 24 in Israel since the conflict began.

Trump Warns: ‘Evacuate Tehran Immediately’, Exits G7 Summit Amid Rising Tensions

June 17, 2025, 1:07 pm

Israel and Iran attacked each other for a fifth straight day on Tuesday, and US President Donald Trump urged Iranians to evacuate Tehran, citing what he said was the country’s rejection of a deal to curb nuclear weapons development. Trump was due to leave the Group of Seven summit in Canada later on Monday, a day early, due to the Middle East situation, the White House said. Fox News reported he would convene his National Security Council. French President Emmanuel Macron said Trump’s early departure was positive, given the immediate objective was to get Israel and Iran to agree to a ceasefire.

“Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!” Trump wrote on his Truth Social media platform.

Iranian media soon reported explosions and heavy air defence fire in Tehran early on Tuesday. Air defences were activated also in Natanz, home to key nuclear installations 320 km (200 miles) away, the Asriran news website reported.

In Israel, air raid sirens wailed in Tel Aviv after midnight, and an explosion was heard as Iranian missiles targeted the country again.

Iranian officials reported 224 deaths, mostly civilians, in five days, while Israel said 24 civilians had been killed. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said nearly 3,000 Israelis had been evacuated due to damage from Iranian strikes.

Sources told Reuters that Tehran had asked Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to urge Trump to pressure Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to agree to an immediate ceasefire. In return, Iran would show flexibility in nuclear negotiations, according to two Iranian and three regional sources.

“If President Trump is genuine about diplomacy and interested in stopping this war, next steps are consequential,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on X. “Israel must halt its aggression, and absent a total cessation of military aggression against us, our responses will continue.”

Netanyahu told reporters on Monday that Israel was committed to eliminating threats posed by Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs, adding, “If this can be achieved in another way-fine. But we gave it a 60-day chance.”

Speaking to Reuters on Friday, the first day of Israel’s assault, Trump said he had given the Iranians 60 days to come to an agreement to halt uranium enrichment and that the time had expired with no deal.

Oil prices rallied more than 2% early in Asia on Tuesday after Trump’s evacuation warning, reversing losses on Monday amid reports that Iran was seeking an end to hostilities.

Chinese Urged To Leave Israel

With security concerns growing and Israeli airspace closed because of the war, the Chinese embassy in Israel urged Chinese citizens to leave the country via land border crossings as soon as possible.

The Iran-Israel air war – the biggest battle ever between the two longtime enemies – escalated on Monday with Israel targeting Iran’s state broadcaster and uranium enrichment facilities.

Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, told the BBC that the Natanz plant sustained extensive damage, likely destroying 15,000 centrifuges, while Iran’s Fordow plant remained largely intact.

Talks between the United States and Iran, hosted by Oman, had been scheduled for June 15 but were scrapped, with Tehran saying it could not negotiate while under attack.

Israel launched its air war with a surprise attack that has killed nearly the entire top echelon of Iran’s military commanders and its leading nuclear scientists. It says it now has control of Iranian airspace and intends to escalate the campaign in the coming days.

Trump has consistently said the Israeli assault could end quickly if Iran agreed to US demands that it accept strict curbs to its nuclear programme.

“As I’ve been saying, I think a deal will be signed, or something will happen, but a deal will be signed, and I think Iran is foolish not to sign,” Trump told reporters on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit in Canada on Monday.

A U.S. official said Trump would not sign a draft statement from G7 leaders calling for a de-escalation of the conflict. The draft statement says Iran must never have a nuclear weapon and that Israel has the right to defend itself.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by The Daily Guardian staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

Trump Leaves G7 Early Amid Middle East Tensions

June 17, 2025, 7:16 am

U.S. President Donald Trump decided to leave the G7 Summit early and return to Washington on Monday night, according to CNN. The summit was being held in Kananaskis, Canada.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared the update on social media. She wrote, “President Trump had a great day at the G7, even signing a major trade deal with the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Much was accomplished, but because of what’s going on in the Middle East, President Trump will be leaving tonight after dinner with Heads of State.”

Initially, Trump had planned to leave Canada on Tuesday after a press conference. However, he changed plans as tensions between Israel and Iran increased.

Trump Warns Tehran to Evacuate

Just before his departure was announced, Trump posted a strong message on Truth Social. He wrote, “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!” The post came during a rise in military action in the region.

In other posts, Trump repeated his warnings about Iran’s nuclear ambitions. He wrote, “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again!”

He added, “AMERICA FIRST means many GREAT things, including the fact that, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!”

Explosions Follow Trump’s Warning

After Trump’s post, Iranian media reported explosions and air defense activity in Tehran. However, it remains unclear whether these events were connected to his message.

At the time of the post, it was around 2 a.m. in Tehran, a city with a population of 10 million. The wider metropolitan area includes about 17 million people.

Meanwhile, the Israeli military claimed full control over Tehran’s airspace. They began expanding their targets beyond military and nuclear facilities. For example, Israeli forces bombed Iran’s state television headquarters.

Israel Issues Civilian Evacuation Orders

The Israeli army issued evacuation orders for several civilian neighborhoods in Tehran. This included the area near Iran’s state TV offices. These zones are densely populated, with hundreds of thousands of people living there.

So far, it is unknown how many people have been able to leave or if a large-scale evacuation is possible on such short notice.

Trump Sees Possibility for Talks

Just hours before his social media post, Trump spoke at the G7 Summit. He revealed that U.S. officials were in phone contact with Iran. He also suggested that face-to-face talks might be more productive.

“I think a deal will be signed. I think Iran is foolish not to sign one,” Trump said, expressing hope that diplomacy could still work.

He later added, “I think Iran is basically at the negotiating table and wants to make a deal. As soon as I leave here, we’re going to be doing something.”

Iran Seeks U.S. Help to Stop Strikes

As Israeli attacks continued, Iran reportedly asked the United States to help stop the aerial bombardments. The Iranian government has called for a peaceful resolution and urged Washington to step in.

Tension Within the G7 Summit

Trump’s early exit added to tensions already present at the summit. According to CNN, Trump had refused to sign a joint G7 statement on the Middle East conflict.

The statement, which had backing from leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, supported Israel’s right to defend itself and opposed Iran’s nuclear program.

However, Trump’s veto blocked G7 unity on the matter.

Officials still hoped he might change his mind, but his refusal highlighted a growing divide between the U.S. and its G7 partners.

Trump’s Ultimatum and Israel’s Response

Earlier this spring, Trump reportedly gave Iran a two-month deadline to return to the negotiating table. On day 61, Israel launched strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program and senior military figures, according to CNN.

Trump now believes Iran wants to reduce the tension. He continues to press for a diplomatic solution, though his words and actions have stirred both hope and fear across the region.

G7 Targets Shadow Economies And Warns Russia: Tougher Sanctions May Be Imminent

May 23, 2025, 3:08 am

G7 finance ministers and central bank governors agreed on critical issues of the global economy over a three-day meeting in Canada, pledging to address “excessive imbalances” and look into tightening Russia sanctions.

Regardless of previous doubts whether the grouping would issue a joint statement under tensions over US tariffs and divergent approaches to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine the officials wrapped up the meeting by signing a general statement.

Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne welcomed the result, noting that the G7 had reached “common ground” and was “unified in purpose and action.”

The statement pointed out the danger of “non-market policies and practices” that erode economic security globally. China, although not being mentioned by name, was widely understood to be targeted by the reference to state-led economic strategy, subsidies, and export-led policy.

The G7 ministers also urged further examination of the concentration of global markets and the resilience of international supply chains. They also highlighted the importance of ensuring a level playing field and coordinated action against economic players with less transparency or compliance with the world’s rules.

On the Ukraine crisis, the G7 denounced Russia’s “brutal war” and pondered additional sanction possibilities, such as potentially reducing the $60-per-barrel price cap on Russian oil. European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis said Russian crude is already being sold below that level. Still, an EU official said the US is not yet convinced about changing the cap.

The statement also said that any nation funding Russia’s conflict must be denied a role in post-war reconstruction in Ukraine. Russian sovereign property in G7 countries would remain frozen until Moscow stops fighting and pays reparations to Ukraine.

Other issues discussed were US tariffs and the increasing level of low-value global shipments, regularly abused by Chinese e-commerce titans such as Shein and Temu, which are challenges to customs enforcement and taxation.

Canada Sounds Alarm at G7: “Nobody Is Safe” from Trump’s Trade Policies

March 13, 2025, 3:28 pm

With Canada set to host the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting, Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly is sounding the alarm about the growing trade war with the United States. She will use the forum to caution European and British counterparts against the risks of U.S. trade policy.

“If the U.S. can do this to us, their best friend, then nobody is safe,” Joly warned, highlighting the larger implications of America’s trade belligerence.

While the G7 agenda formally focuses on international issues like Ukraine, the Middle East, Haiti, and Venezuela, Joly seeks to highlight U.S. tariffs and their effects on Canada’s economy and sovereignty. She is seeking to mobilize international opinion against what she terms “economic coercion.”

Canada Responds to U.S. Tariffs and Economic Pressure

The U.S. has slapped 25% tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, a step Canada considers to be economic aggression. Canada retaliated by imposing counter-tariffs on some $20 billion in American products.

Joly has been stern, calling the tariffs an economic coercion excuse. She has also called for stronger European military and economic relationships with Canada to offset growing U.S. pressure.

At the center of the controversy is Canada’s sovereignty. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly made remarks that many in Canada interpret as annexation threats. Joly is still firm that Canada will not fall to U.S. pressure.

U.S. Dismisses Annexation Fears, But Tensions Escalate

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has tried to play down Trump’s annexation comments, saying they are intended in an economic sense.

“He indicates if they became the 51st state, we would not have to concern ourselves with the border and fentanyl crossing over because now we could control that,” Rubio said.

But they have contributed to Canadians’ growing distrust, as more Canadians believe that their nation is losing sovereignty. The two countries’ relations have reached an all-time low, with Trump’s threat to slap tariffs on all Canadian imports and his ongoing comments regarding annexation causing political tensions.

New Canadian Leadership Faces Trade Crisis

As Canada readies to inaugurate a new prime minister, the trade conflict with the U.S. is still a formidable challenge. Prime Minister-designate Mark Carney has described Trump’s trade measures as both an “economic and sovereign crisis.”

“The Americans want our resources, our water, our land, our country,” Carney warned. “Think about it. If they succeed, they will destroy our way of life.”

Outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed similar sentiments in his valedictory address, saying, “Democracy is not a given. Freedom is not a given. Even Canada is not a given.”

With tensions running high, everyone’s eyes are now on the upcoming G7 summit, where Joly will take Canada’s case to the world stage, battling to protect the country’s sovereignty and economic independence.

Trump Pushes For Russia’s G7 Comeback, Calls Its Expulsion A Costly Western Blunder

February 14, 2025, 2:16 am

US President Donald Trump made renewed calls for the return of Russia to the G7, stating that expelling it in 2014 was a mistake.

Trump, speaking on Thursday, stated that he would “love” to have Russia back in the group, adding that its exclusion bars world leaders from discussing matters. Russia was expelled from the G8 to leave only the G7 following its annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea peninsula in 2014.

“I believe it was a mistake to eject him,” Trump said of Russian President Vladimir Putin. “All they do is speak about Russia, so they should be at the table. I believe Putin would love to be back.”

This is not the first attempt by Trump to call for Russia’s return. In his initial term, he tried to garner support for Moscow’s return but was met with stiff resistance from key Western powers.

Trump’s new push will likely generate debate among G7 members, especially European leaders who are still suspicious of Russia’s moves in Ukraine.

G7 Pledges $50 Billion to Ukraine Using Frozen Russian Funds: Here’s How It’ll Help

October 27, 2024, 11:13 am

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) have reached a consensus on a $50 billion aid package to support Ukraine, with funds backed by profits from Russian sovereign assets frozen after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Announced on Friday, this major financing decision aims to begin disbursement by the end of the year, directing resources toward Ukraine’s budgetary, military, and reconstruction efforts.

Multi-Channel Support Through a Coordinated Loan Structure

The G7 leaders confirmed their agreement on a comprehensive loan package to help stabilize and rebuild Ukraine. Finance ministers agreed upon a technical framework for consistent and fair distribution among G7 members, underlining a united front in support of Ukraine. “Our commitment to helping Ukraine remains unwavering,” read the G7 statement, adding that they are coordinating to ensure efficient and equitable lending.

Leaders announced the plan in Washington, D.C., where world financial leaders convened this week for meetings led by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Ukrainian Finance Minister Sergii Marchenko solidified the agreement with a signed statement of intent, outlining their mutual resolve to aid Ukraine without burdening taxpayers.

The U.S. Pledges $20 Billion Toward Ukraine’s Economic Recovery

The United States announced it would contribute $20 billion as part of the G7’s package, with funds backed by interest accrued on immobilized Russian assets. President Joe Biden assured that the loan’s repayment would rely on Russian-held assets rather than tax dollars. The United States intends to allocate at least half of its aid to economic recovery, with the rest likely designated for military support, pending Congressional authorization.

“Our message is clear: those who instigate conflict will face consequences for the damage inflicted,” Biden remarked, emphasizing that Washington remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine.

Combined International Support from G7 Allies

The remaining $30 billion will be financed by other G7 nations, including the European Union, United Kingdom, Canada, and Japan. This robust financial backing from G7 allies underscores a unified approach to addressing Ukraine’s urgent needs. In a closing statement, G7 leaders reiterated their commitment to supporting Ukraine, declaring that “time is not on President Putin’s side.”

This substantial commitment from the G7 represents a significant milestone in global efforts to support Ukraine’s recovery, both economically and militarily, as the country continues to face the challenges of rebuilding amid ongoing conflict.

Iran Rejects G7 Condemnation Of Missile Strikes On Israel As Biased

October 3, 2024, 5:50 pm

Iran has dismissed the Group of Seven (G7) condemnation of its recent missile attacks on Israel, labeling the statement “biased and irresponsible.” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei made the remarks on Thursday following Iran’s launch of over 180 missiles at Israel on Tuesday. The strikes were described as retaliation for the deaths of militant leaders and recent aggressions in Gaza and Lebanon.

The missile attacks were partly in response to the Israeli airstrike in Beirut that resulted in the death of Abbas Nilforoushan, a deputy commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, along with Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.

In a statement released on Wednesday, G7 leaders expressed “strong concern” regarding the escalating crisis in the Middle East. They emphasized that while the situation is serious, a diplomatic solution remains possible and that a wider regional conflict would not serve anyone’s interests.

Baghaei highlighted the responsibility of G7 nations, particularly the United States, in contributing to insecurity and instability in the region through their military, financial, and political support for Israel.

G7 Summit Highlights Importance of India-Europe Economic Corridor. What Is It?

June 16, 2024, 5:56 pm

The recently held G7 Summit in Italy placed significant emphasis on the India-Europe Corridor, also known as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The infrastructure aims to strengthen strategic ties amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. India has already commenced work on the IMEC, initially announced during the G20 Leaders Summit in Delhi last year. However, essential rail links in Saudi Arabia and other countries still need to be established.

The communique, issued on June 14 following the traditional “family photo” at Borgo Egnazia luxury resort, reiterated the G7’s commitment to a “free and open Indo-Pacific” based on the rule of law. It also highlighted the promotion of G7 PGII (Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment) initiatives and transformative economic corridors like the Lobito Corridor, Luzon Corridor, Middle Corridor, and IMEC. These efforts build on the EU Global Gateway, Great Green Wall Initiative, and Italy’s Mattei Plan for Africa.

What is the IMEC?

The IMEC is a connectivity project that aims to enhance trade infrastructure, including ports, railways, roads, sea lines, and pipelines, to improve connectivity between India, the Arabian Peninsula, the Mediterranean region, and Europe, potentially expanding access to Africa. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for IMEC was signed in September 2023 during the G20 summit in New Delhi by India, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), France, Germany, Italy, the US, and the EU. Israel and Greece have also shown interest in joining the project.

However, the IMEC faces geopolitical challenges, particularly following the Hamas attacks on October 7 and the ongoing Israeli assault on Gaza. In the current situation, connecting Jordan with Israel may encounter strong opposition from the Jordanian public, especially the Palestinian population, and the government has firmly opposed Israel’s actions in Gaza, according to the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

G7 Declaration Omits Abortion and LGBTQ Rights References

June 15, 2024, 7:03 pm

The key focus of the recently-held G7 summit in Italy was on artificial intelligence, the global economy, security and defence, as well as the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza. However, abortion rights and LGBTQ issues did not appear in the official G7 declaration, which was made public on Friday. This omission prompted journalists to question their absence—a claim that was met with denial from the Italian Government.

Italy’s far-right government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, denied that abortion and LGBTQ references were removed from the G7 declaration. It is pertinent to note that both these references were included in the G7 declaration when the summit was held in Japan last year. However, in the latest declaration published on June 13, the first day of the summit, a reference to the protection of the “gender identity and sexual orientation” of the LGBTQ community was left out. The word “abortion” was also left out of the declaration.

While abortion was omitted from the declaration, a commitment was made to the “universal access to adequate, affordable, and quality health services for women, including comprehensive sexual and reproductive health and rights for all” by G7 leaders.

Last year, the G7 leaders committed to “access to safe and legal abortion” as part of women’s healthcare in Japan. The removal of LGBTQ rights and abortion was first reported by Bloomberg, which linked it to the involvement of Pope Francis in the G7 summit.

The Guardian reported Meloni’s office as saying, “The news published by Bloomberg, according to which any reference to the rights of LGBT people could be removed from the final G7 communique, is devoid of any foundation. The Italian presidency [of the G7] categorically denies this reconstruction.”

Earlier, there was a disagreement between Meloni and French President Emmanuel Macron after Italy was accused of diluting the reference to access to safe abortion in the G7 declaration’s final text. Speaking to an Italian journalist on the sidelines of the summit, Macron said, “You don’t have the same sensibilities in your country. France has a vision of equality between women and men, but it’s not a vision shared by all the political spectrum.”

PM Modi Strengthens Bilateral Ties at G7 Summit. Here’s Key Meeting

June 15, 2024, 4:53 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India on Saturday after attending the 50th G7 summit in Apulia, Italy, where he was joined by several other world leaders. Upon his return, PM Modi highlighted the many fruitful dialogues he had on key global issues under the G7 platform. He also emphasized the strengthening of India’s ties with the participating countries and his experience during the bilateral talks he held on the sidelines of the global summit.

Here are some of his notable meetings:

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni: PM Modi met his Italian counterpart, who was also the host of the summit. The two held detailed discussions about commerce, energy, defense, security cooperation, and telecom.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak: During their meeting, PM Modi reiterated his intention to strengthen the strategic alliance between India and the United Kingdom during the third term of his administration. Both leaders also expressed satisfaction with the ongoing Free Trade Agreements (FTA).
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy: Despite close ties with Russia, PM Modi did not hesitate to express support for Ukraine. During their discussion, Modi informed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that “dialogue and diplomacy” are the paths to peace and that India would continue to use all of its resources to promote a peaceful resolution to the situation in Ukraine.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau: PM Modi also spoke with Justin Trudeau of Canada amid heightened tensions between the two countries over the murder of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. They were observed extending greetings to one another during their contact. The details of what transpired between Modi and Trudeau are not yet available.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida: The Prime Minister also spoke with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, where they talked about the significance of “a peaceful, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.” Modi stated, “Our nations look forward to working together in defense, technology, semiconductors, clean energy, and digital technology. We also wish to advance ties in infrastructure and cultural linkages.”
Pope Francis: PM Modi and Pope Francis met with a much-anticipated, warm embrace at the Outreach session of the G7 Summit, where they joined other world leaders to deliberate on the topics of Artificial Intelligence, Energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean. PM Modi was seen in a light-hearted exchange with the 87-year-old head of the worldwide Catholic Church, who was taken around the table in a wheelchair to greet the world leaders gathered at the summit venue, Borgo Egnazia.

‘Team Melodi’: Italian PM Meloni Shares Video With PM Modi

June 15, 2024, 1:29 pm

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, shared a video on Saturday, with PM Modi. In the video, she was heard saying “Hello from the Melodi team.” Both the leaders were also seen laughing in the clip. Interestingly, the term ‘Melodi’ (Meloni+ Modi) was coined by netizens following the two leaders meeting in New Delhi for the G20 summit in September last year.

Hi friends, from #Melodi pic.twitter.com/OslCnWlB86

— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) June 15, 2024

G7 leaders pledge support to Infrastructure projects

Meanwhile, on Friday, the G7 nations have pledged support to infrastructure projects like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), as noted in their summit statement, or the G7 Communique, released at the end of the three-day G7 Summit, which PM Modi attended. The Communique was published on Friday evening after the traditional group photo at the luxurious Borgo Egnazia resort.

G7 Summit: Key Discussions and Takeaways from PM Narendra Modi and Global Leaders

June 15, 2024, 1:13 pm

PM Modi’s Address and Meetings:

Productive Discussions: PM Modi highlighted the fruitful discussions with global leaders on significant issues. He expressed his appreciation to Italy for their warm hospitality.
Meeting with PM Meloni: Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni greeted each other with a namaste, reinforcing cultural respect. They discussed enhancing the India-Italy strategic partnership and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and Mediterranean regions.

G7 Outreach Session:

Focus on AI and Energy: Modi emphasized India’s four key principles for energy—availability, accessibility, affordability, and acceptability. He advocated for making advanced technology widely accessible to reduce social inequalities.
Commitment to AI: Modi reiterated India’s commitment to ensuring AI is transparent, fair, secure, accessible, and responsible. He highlighted India’s leadership in promoting global AI cooperation through initiatives like the “AI Mission” and “AI for All.”

India’s Global Commitments:

Support for the Global South: Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to addressing the priorities of the Global South and highlighted efforts to support Africa through initiatives under its G20 chairmanship.
Climate Change Initiatives: Modi noted that India is the first country to meet all its COP commitments ahead of time and aims to achieve “Net Zero” by 2070. He mentioned initiatives like “Mission LiFE” and “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam.”

Global Issues Discussed at the G7:

China’s Business Practices: G7 leaders focused on addressing harmful business practices by China, particularly in sectors like electric vehicles, steel, and renewable energy. They emphasized protecting fair market practices rather than hindering China’s economic growth.
Migration: Leaders agreed to form a coalition to combat people smuggling and reduce illegal migration from Africa. This includes increased cooperation in investigating trafficking networks and seizing assets.
Ukraine-Russia Conflict: The G7 countries reached a preliminary agreement to offer Ukraine $50 billion in loans supported by interest from frozen Russian assets. They pledged additional sanctions on Russia and emphasized support for Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Abortion Rights: The G7 summit statement did not include the term “abortion,” reflecting disagreements among leaders, especially given Italy’s stance on the issue. The United States and France opposed attempts to weaken the language on women’s rights.

Pope Francis’s Appearance:

Discussion on AI: Pope Francis addressed the summit, highlighting both the exciting potential and ethical concerns of AI. He noted that while AI could enhance access to knowledge, it also risks exacerbating inequalities between nations and social classes.

The Might of G7

June 15, 2024, 4:12 am

The concept of a forum for the capitalist world’s major industrialized countries emerged before the 1973 oil crisis. It began with five-member countries in 1973 and eventually two more nations joined it till 1976. Let’s deep dive into the report on evolution, and significance of G7 in the world political landscape.

The 50th meeting of G7 is underway in Italy where its member nations are gathering to discuss multiple issues on their mutual growth and security. The Group of Seven (G7) is an informal forum consisting of seven of the world’s major advanced economies: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union. The group meets annually to discuss and coordinate economic policies, global governance, security issues, and other matters of mutual concern.

Group of Five: The concept of a forum for the capitalist world’s major industrialized countries emerged before the 1973 oil crisis. On 25 March 1973, the United States Secretary of the Treasury, George Shultz, convened an informal gathering of finance ministers from West Germany (Helmut Schmidt), France (Valéry Giscard d’Estaing), and the United Kingdom (Anthony Barber) before an upcoming meeting in Washington, DC. United States President Richard Nixon offered the White House as a venue, and the meeting was subsequently held in its library on the ground floor; the original group of four consequently became known as the “Library Group”. In mid-1973, at the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, Shultz proposed the addition of Japan, which all members accepted. The informal gathering of senior financial officials from the United States, United Kingdom, West Germany, Japan, and France became known as the “Group of Five”.

In 1974, all five members endured sudden and often troubled changes in leadership. French President Georges Pompidou abruptly died, leading to a fresh presidential election that was closely won by Valéry Giscard d’Estaing. West German Chancellor Willy Brandt, American President Richard Nixon, and Japanese Prime Minister Kakuei Tanaka all resigned due to scandals. In the United Kingdom, a hung election led to a minority government whose subsequent instability prompted another election the same year. Consequently, Nixon’s successor, Gerald Ford, proposed a retreat the following year for the group’s new leaders to learn about one another.

Group of Six: First G6 summit at the Château de Rambouillet in November 1975
At the initiative of Giscard d’Estaing and his German counterpart, Helmut Schmidt, France hosted a three-day summit in November 1975, inviting the Group of Five plus Italy, forming the “Group of Six” (G6): Taking place at the Château de Rambouillet, the meeting focused on several major economic issues, including the oil crisis, the collapse of the Bretton Woods system, and the ongoing global recession. The result was the 15-point “Declaration of Rambouillet”, which, among other positions, announced the group’s united commitment to promoting free trade, multilateralism, cooperation with the developing world, and rapprochement with the Eastern Bloc. The members also established plans for future gatherings to take place regularly every year.

In 1976, British Prime Minister Harold Wilson, who had participated in the first G6 summit, resigned from office; Schmidt and Ford believed the group needed an English speaker with more political experience, and advocated for inviting Pierre Trudeau, who had been Prime Minister of Canada for eight years – significantly longer than any G6 leader.
Group of Seven: Canada was also the next largest advanced economy after the G6 members. The summit in Dorado, Puerto Rico later that year became the first of the current Group of Seven (G7). In 1977, the United Kingdom, which hosted that year’s summit, invited the European Economic Community to join all G7 summits; beginning in 1981, it has attended every gathering through the president of the European Commission and the leader of the country holding the presidency of the Council of the European Union. Since 2009, the then-newly established position of the President of the European Council, who serves as the Union’s principal foreign representative, also regularly attends the summits.

Increasing Might: Until the 1985 Plaza Accord, meetings between the seven governments’ finance ministers were not public knowledge. The Accord, which involved only the original Group of Five, was announced the day before it was finalized, with a communiqué issued afterward. The 1980s also marked the G7’s expanded concerns beyond macroeconomic issues, namely with respect to international security and conflict; for example, it sought to address the ongoing conflicts between Iran and Iraq and between the Soviet Union and Afghanistan.

Following the 1994 summit in Naples, Russian officials held separate meetings with leaders of the G7. This informal arrangement was dubbed the “Political 8” (P8), colloquially the G7+1. At the invitation of the G7 leaders, Russian President Boris Yeltsin was invited first as a guest observer, and later as a full participant. After the 1997 meeting, Russia was formally invited to the next meeting and formally joined the group in 1998, resulting in the Group of Eight (G8). Russia was an outlier in the group, as it lacked the national wealth and financial weight of other members, had never been a major advanced economy, and was not yet an established liberal democracy. Its invitation, made during a difficult transition to a post-communist economy, is believed to have been motivated by a desire to encourage its political and economic reforms and international engagement.

Russia’s membership was suspended in March 2014 in response to its annexation of Crimea. Members stopped short of permanently ejecting the country, and in subsequent years expressed an openness or express desire to reinstate Russian participation. In January 2017, Russia announced it would permanently leave the G8, which came into effect June 2018. In 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump, backed by Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, advocated for Russia’s return; all other members rejected the proposal, and Russia expressed no interest.

Expanded Membership

There have been various proposals to expand the G7. The U.S.-based Atlantic Council has held the D-10 Strategy Forum since 2014 with representatives from what it calls “leading democracies” which support a “rules-based democratic order”, consisting of all members of the G7 (including the European Union) plus Australia and South Korea. Several democratic countries – including India, Indonesia, Poland, and Spain – participate as observers. Centered around a similar mandate as the G7, the D-10 has been considered by some analysts to be an alternative to the group; This is also favored by various think tanks and former British leader Boris Johnson.

In 2019 under Putin, Russia had signaled support for the inclusion of China, India, and Turkey if the G7 had reinstated Russian membership. In 2020 under Trump, the U.S. had signaled support for the inclusion of Australia, Brazil, India, and South Korea, plus the reincorporation of Russia. The leaders of the other six G7 members unanimously rejected this proposal.

Also in November 2020, Jared Cohen and Richard Fontaine, writing in Foreign Affairs, suggested that the G7 might be expanded to a “T-12” of “Techno Democracies”. Earlier, in June of that same year, the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) was announced. Something of a spin-out of the G7, founded by members Canada and France, GPAI’s initial membership was 15, including both the EU and India, as well as Australia, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Slovenia, and the Republic of Korea.

Boris Johnson invited members of Australia and the Republic of Korea to the June 2021 G7 summit. India was also invited to the 2021 summit, with an aim to “deepen the expertise and experience around the table” along with the other guests, according to a U.K. government statement.

In 2021, French jurist and consultant Eric Garner de Béville, a member of the Cercle Montesquieu, proposed Spain’s membership to the G7. American Chargé d’Affaires in Spain, Conrad Tribble, stated that the United States “enthusiastically supports” a “greater” role of Spanish leadership at the international level.

In 2022, Germany has confirmed it will be inviting India, against rumours to the contrary. In 2023, Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida invited South Korea, Australia, India, Indonesia, Brazil, Vietnam, Comoros, the Cook Islands (representing the Pacific Islands Forum) and Ukraine to the 49th summit hosted in Hiroshima.

G7: PM Modi, Rishi Sunak Commend Advancement In FTA Negotiations

June 14, 2024, 8:04 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart, Rishi Sunak, expressed satisfaction with the progress made in the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between the two countries. The leaders held a bilateral meeting in Apulia, Italy, on the sidelines of the 50th Summit of the Group of Seven (G7).

During the meeting, both leaders discussed the implementation of Roadmap 2023. They expressed happiness with the progress in all areas of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which includes regular high-level political consultations, advancements in critical and high-technology sectors, and strengthening people-to-people ties.

What is the India-UK Trade Agreement?

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations began in January 2022 and aim to significantly boost bilateral trade. Currently, mutual trade between the two countries is worth GBP 38.1 billion per year. A deal is expected to be inked after the British general elections on July 4.

In Graphics: G7 Summit-The Group Of Seven; All You Need To Know

June 14, 2024, 5:49 pm

The G7 is an informal alliance of industrialised democracies that meets yearly to discuss topics including international security, global economic governance, and, most recently, artificial intelligence. The G7 members are the US, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the UK.

Global Leaders Gather in Italy for the summit Hosted by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni welcomed a host of global leaders including UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, among others, for the 50th Summit of the Group of Seven (G7) held on June 13 and 14.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first foreign trip after assuming office for the third consecutive term, heading to Italy to join the G7 Summit. India’s participation as an Outreach Country marked its 11th engagement with the G7, with PM Modi’s fifth consecutive participation.

Breaking: PM Modi Meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Italy

June 14, 2024, 4:28 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday on the sidelines of the 50th G7 summit in Italy. This is the second time the two leaders have met since the start of the Russo-Ukrainian war in February 2022. More recently, two junior Ukrainian foreign officials also visited India.

Watch: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the 50th G7 Summit, Italy pic.twitter.com/JArLyg6W9p

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Breaking: PM Modi Holds Bilataral Talks With French Prez Macron In Italy

June 14, 2024, 3:28 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Apulia, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. A video on social media shows the two leaders sharing a hug as they meet. Both the leaders are in Italy for the 50th G7 summit.

#WATCH | Italy: Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Apulia, on the sidelines of G7 Summit.

The two leaders share a hug as they meet. pic.twitter.com/oCEOD3XQhT

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Congress Takes Swipe at Modi’s G7 Trip: Aimed At Image Recovery

June 13, 2024, 12:23 pm

Congress took a jab at Prime Minister Narendra Modi prior to his inaugural trip abroad in his third term, stating that he is heading to Italy in order to ‘salvage diminished international image’ during this year’s G7 summit.

The G7 Summit, involving the heads of state from the USA, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, the UK, and Japan, has been convened since the late 1970s, as noted by Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh.

Ramesh also noted that between 1997 and 2014, Russia was additionally a member.

Furthermore, it was mentioned that since 2003, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa have also received invitations to G7 Summits.

Accompanied by a high-level delegation, Modi will journey to Italy on Thursday to participate in an outreach session for the summit on June 14. This marks his inaugural overseas visit since assuming office for the third term as prime minister.

The upcoming G7 summit, set to take place at the luxury resort of Borgo Egnazia in Italy’s Apulia region from June 13 to 15, is anticipated to focus heavily on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the situation in Gaza.

G7 Leaders Urge Hamas to Accept Israeli Proposal for Ceasefire in Gaza War

June 4, 2024, 7:45 am

In a unified show of support, the Group of Seven (G7) leaders have endorsed US President Biden’s proposed comprehensive deal for Israel and Gaza. The G7, comprising the world’s major advanced economies, expressed solidarity for Biden’s initiative, emphasizing the need for an immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, increased humanitarian aid, and a lasting resolution to the crisis.

The statement from the G7 leaders underscored their commitment to Israel’s security interests while ensuring the safety of civilians in Gaza. Additionally, the G7 reaffirmed their backing for a two-state solution, a longstanding goal for peace in the region.

Central to the G7’s message was a call on Hamas to accept the proposed deal, which Israel is reportedly ready to implement. The G7 leaders urged countries with influence over Hamas to assist in securing its acceptance of the ceasefire agreement.

US President Biden, who has been actively involved in brokering negotiations, engaged with the Emir of Qatar to discuss the proposed ceasefire and hostage release. Qatar, acting as an intermediary, received the proposal from Israel and transmitted it to Hamas, outlining a roadmap towards a ceasefire.

According to Biden, the initial phase of the proposed agreement includes a full ceasefire and the release of hostages, paving the way for further negotiations and prisoner exchanges.

The announcement comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, with Israel presenting new ideas regarding negotiations earlier in the week. While specific details remain undisclosed, the development signals progress towards a resolution to the conflict.

With international pressure mounting and diplomatic channels active, hopes are high for a swift and peaceful resolution to the crisis in Gaza, as endorsed by the G7 and championed by US President Biden’s proactive engagement.

G7 summit: China irked over brazen interference in its internal affairs

May 22, 2023, 12:47 am

China has lodged diplomatic protests to G7 countries over their Hiroshima joint statement, in which they voiced their growing concerns over China’s coercive approaches over Taiwan, East and South China seas, and accused them of brazen interference in its internal affairs. China figured prominently in the Hiroshima summit meeting of the leaders of G7 countries. The G7 comprising the US, France, the UK, Italy, Germany, Canada and Japan, represent the world’s richest democracies.
The joint statement devoted a substantial portion to China, saying that they would like to build constructive and stable relations with Beijing besides expressing serious concerns over China’s aggressive approaches over Taiwan, East and South China seas.
They stressed the need to cooperate with the world’s second-largest economy but also emphasised countering its “malign practices” and “coercion” in a landmark joint communique Saturday.The G7 leaders also voiced their concerns about human rights in China, including in Tibet, Hong Kong and Xinjiang., where Beijing is accused of interning thousands of Uygur Muslims in forced labour camps.
Besides urging China to pressure its close strategic partner Russia to end its war on Ukraine, the G7 nations in the joint statement spoke of their interest to build “constructive and stable relations” with Beijing, “recognising the importance of engaging candidly with and expressing our concerns directly to China.”
“We encourage China to support a comprehensive, just and lasting peace based on territorial integrity and the principles and purposes of the UN Charter,” including in direct talks with Ukraine, the G7 joint statement said.Cooperation with China is needed given its global role and economic size, it said, and called for working together on challenges such as climate change, biodiversity, debts and financing needs of vulnerable countries, global health concerns and economic stability, it said.
At the same time, the summit of the leaders of seven wealthy democracies expressed “serious concern” about the situation in the East and South China seas, where Beijing has been expanding its military presence and threatening to use force to exert its control over Taiwan, which it claims is part of the Chinese mainland.The G7 leaders called for a “peaceful resolution” of China’s claim to Taiwan and said there was “no legal basis for China’s expansive maritime claims in the South China Sea and we oppose China’s militarisation activities in the region.”
“A growing China that plays by international rules would be of global interest,” the statement said, alluding to charges that Beijing is undermining the “rules-based international order.”
In its statement, the Chinese foreign ministry late Saturday took exception to references to Taiwan saying that G7 leaders are hyping up China-related issues and harped on the ‘One China’ policy in relation to Taiwan.

Zelenskyy puts country’s war efforts into sharp focus at g7 in Hiroshima

May 22, 2023, 12:12 am

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy huddled with some of his biggest backers in Hiroshima on Sunday, building momentum for his country’s war effort even as Russia claimed a symbolic victory on the battlefield.
The Ukrainian leader’s in-person appearance in his trademark olive drab during the final day of the Group of Seven summit underscored the centrality of the war for the bloc of rich democracies.
It also stole much of the limelight from other priorities, including security challenges in Asia and outreach to the developing world, that the leaders focused on at the three-day gathering.
Zelenskyy held two major rounds of meetings Sunday, one with G7 leaders and a second with them and a host of invited guests including India, South Korea and Brazil. He also held one-on-one talks with several of the leaders. US President Joe Biden announced a new military aid package worth USD 375 million for Ukraine during his meeting with Zelenskyy, saying the US would provide ammunition and armoured vehicles.
That fresh pledge came days after the U.S. agreed to allow training on American-made F-16 fighter jets, laying the groundwork for their eventual transfer to Ukraine.
“We have Ukraine’s back and we’re not going anywhere,” Biden said.
Zelenskyy thanked Biden for the support, adding that “we will never forget.”
Even before Zelenskyy landed on Saturday aboard a French plane, the G7 nations had unveiled a slew of new sanctions and other measures meant to punish Moscow over its invasion that began in February last year.
Hanging over Sunday’s talks was the claim by Russia’s Defence Ministry that forces of the Wagner private army, backed by Russian troops, had seized the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. The eight-month battle for the eastern city — seen by both sides as a major symbolic prize — has been the longest and likely the bloodiest of the war. Asked if Bakhmut was still in Ukraine’s hands, Zelenskyy said he thought that Russian forces had finally taken the city in a siege that “destroyed everything.”
While Ukraine was the overwhelming focus of the summit, the leaders of Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Canada and Italy, as well as the European Union, also aimed to address global worries over climate change, AI, poverty, economic instability and nuclear proliferation.Biden also aimed to reassure world leaders that the US would not default because of the debt limit standoff that has cast a large shadow over his trip.
Two US allies — South Korea and Japan — continued efforts Sunday to improve ties that have often been hurt by lingering anger over issues linked to Japan’s brutal 1910-1945 colonisation of the Korean Peninsula.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol visited a memorial to Korean victims, many of them slave labourers, of the August 6, 1945, atomic bombing.
Washington wants the two neighbours, both of which are liberal democracies and bulwarks of US power in the region, to stand together on issues, including rising aggression from China, North Korea and Russia.
Biden, Yoon and Kishida met briefly as a group outside the summit venue posing for photos in front of Hiroshima Bay. Biden invited the two leaders to visit Washington for a trilateral meeting and they accepted, a US official who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity said.
Zelenskyy also met on the sidelines of the summit with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, their first face-to-face talks since the war, and briefed him on Ukraine’s peace plan, which calls for the withdrawal of Russian troops from the country before any negotiations.

PM Modi and the G7 invited leaders pay floral tribute at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial in Japan

May 21, 2023, 10:48 am

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan received flower tributes on Sunday from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the heads of the G7 invited nations.While the invited nations were en route to pay respects to the Hiroshima victims, Prime Minister Modi was observed having a brief talk with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The Group of Seven (G7) conference is being held in Japan, and PM Modi is there to participate. At Fumio Kishida’s invitation, the Japanese prime minister is in the East Asian nation.The G7 summit will be held in Japan, which is currently in charge of the influential alliance. PM Modi will be in Hiroshima from May 19 to May 21 for the G7 conference.
Earlier on Saturday, during a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, Prime Minister Modi reviewed the entirety of India-Japan relations. The two leaders also talked about the G20 and G7 key areas for improving the world under Japan’s and India’s respective presidencies.
The two presidents talked on how to coordinate the activities of their respective G-20 and G-7 Presidency. The Prime Minister emphasised the need of highlighting the issues and objectives of the Global South.The G7 Summit is an annual gathering of the heads of state of the European Union (EU), France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Canada (in that order, according to the rotation of the G7 chair).
Leaders from Australia, Brazil, Comoros, Cook Islands, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and Vietnam were invited by Japan as part of their G7 Presidency.

G7 Summit:PM Modi holds meeting with UK PM Sunak in Hiroshima

May 21, 2023, 10:29 am

On the margins of the G7 Summit in Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom in Hiroshima on Sunday.Earlier today, PM Modi began his day by visiting the Peace Memorial Museum, where he observed the documented exhibits and signed the visitor’s book. PM Modi along with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and other leaders paid tribute to the memory of Hiroshima victims at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan.
Prime Minister Modi was seen having a brief conversation with Australian PM Anthony Albanese as the invited countries were on their way to pay tributes to Hiroshima victims.
PM Modi is in Japan to attend the Group of Seven (G7) summit. The Prime Minister is visiting the East Asian country at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart, Fumio Kishida.Prime Minister Modi reviewed the full range of relations between India and Japan during his bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida earlier on Saturday. The two leaders also discussed the focus areas of India’s G20 Presidency and Japan’s G7 Presidency towards making the planet better.
The two leaders discussed ways to synergise the efforts of their respective G-20 and G-7 Presidencies. Prime Minister stressed the need to highlight the concerns and priorities of Global South.The G7 Summit is an annual gathering of the heads of state of the European Union (EU), France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Canada (in that order, according to the rotation of the G7 chair).
Leaders from Australia, Brazil, Comoros, Cook Islands, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and Vietnam were invited by Japan as part of their G7 Presidency.

G7 leaders lay wreaths at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan

May 19, 2023, 12:21 pm

19 May, Hiroshima (Japan). Leaders from the Group of Seven (G7) placed wreaths at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan on Friday.
Additionally, they planted trees in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. The G7 leaders posed for a photo after laying wreaths at the Hiroshima Memorial.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, US President Joe Biden, Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida posed for the photo.

Earlier, the G7 leaders were greeted at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida as they arrived one at a time. US Vice President Joe Biden went visited the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park with his wife Jill Biden. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park was visited by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty.

The sole building still remaining in the area, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (Genbaku Dome), depicts the aftermath of the city being hit by the first atomic bomb on August 6, 1945. The G7 Summit, to be held in Hiroshima from May 19–21, is why the G7 leaders are now in Japan. Of note, Japan took over as G7 President in 2023.

Japan, Italy, Canada, France, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany make up the G7 group. According to the statement, leaders from Australia, Brazil, Comoros, Cook Islands, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and Vietnam have been invited by Japan as part of its G7 Presidency.
The G7 Summit is an annual gathering of the heads of state of the European Union (EU), France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Canada (in that order, according to the rotation of the G7 chair).
In a message, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated, “My hometown of Hiroshima will host the G7 Summit from May 19 to May 21. Hiroshima is a stunning city that front the serene Seto Inland Sea and is encircled by the verdant Chugoku Mountains.

“I am eagerly anticipating the arrival of the G7 leaders in Hiroshima. In addition, as the focus of the globe shifts to Japan this year, it will be a fantastic opportunity to showcase the beauties of our nation, including its stunning landscapes, rich culture, delicious local cuisine, and cutting-edge technology.
Friday saw the departure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Japan in order to attend the G7 Summit in Hiroshima. In a statement issued prior to his departure, PM Modi stated that he will travel to Japan to attend the G7 Summit at the request of Fumio Kishida, the prime minister of Japan.
He claimed that the fact that India is now holding the G20 Presidency makes his attendance at the G7 Summit more significant.

In a tweet, Arindam Bagchi, the official spokeswoman for the Ministry of External Affairs, wrote: “PM @narendramodi leaves on a trip to Japan, Papua New Guinea, & Australia. His first stop on his trip is the @G7 Summit in Japan. a chance to interact in bilateral and multilateral formats with significant partners

PM Modi departs for Japan as part of a three-nation tour

May 19, 2023, 11:08 am

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on the first part of his three-nation trip, which will also take him to Papua New Guinea and Australia, to attend the G7 Summit in Hiroshima. India has been invited as a guest country for the G7 summit. The broad terms of the G7 summit preferences regarding their outreach with the invited guest countries are nuclear disarmament, economic resilience and economic security, regional issues, climate and energy and food and health and development. During his visit, PM Modi is likely to have a series of bilateral meetings including with Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
The Prime Minister is also scheduled to unveil a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima.
Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said on Friday that there is a plan for Quad leaders meeting in Hiroshima. The Quad meeting, which was scheduled to be held in Australia, was cancelled after US President Joe Biden deferred his visit due to the crucial debt-ceiling talks in Washington. PM Modi stated in his statement before leaving that India’s current G20 Presidency makes his attendance at the G7 Summit particularly significant. The G7 Summit will take place in Hiroshima, Japan, from May 19 to 21.
“At the Prime Minister of Japan’s request, Mr. Fumio Kishida, I will travel to Hiroshima, Japan, to attend the G7 Summit while Japan is the G7 Presidency. After his recent trip to India for the India-Japan Summit, it will be a pleasure to see Prime Minister Kishida once more. Given that India is hosting the G20 Presidency this year, my participation in the G7 Summit is extremely significant, the statement read.In a series of tweets, PM Modi expressed his excitement for having fruitful discussions while visiting three nations.
I’m heading to Japan to attend the G7 Summit in Hiroshima. Looking forward to a constructive exchange of ideas on a range of international issues.Following the visit to Japan, will be in Papua New Guinea for the FIPIC Summit, a crucial event for advancing multilateral cooperation. Discussions on issues like healthcare, climate change, and sustainable development will be fruitful, he said.

G7 leaders to visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

May 18, 2023, 5:58 pm

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who is hosting this year’s G7 Summit, will welcome world leaders to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (Genbaku Dome), which depicts the aftermath of the world’s first atomic bomb being dropped on the city on August 6, 1945.

The leaders of the Group of Seven countries, as well as the leaders of the other eight invited countries, including India, are expected to visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. The leaders began arriving here on Thursday for the crucial G7 summit.

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will depart for a three-nation tour of Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Australia. He will attend the G-7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, from the 19th to the 21st of May, at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.

Hiroshima was the world’s first military target for a nuclear weapon. This occurred during World War II in the Pacific theater on August 6, 1945, when the United States Army Air Forces dropped the atomic bomb “Little Boy” on the city. The majority of Hiroshima was destroyed, and between 90,000 and 166,000 people died as a result of the blast, radiation exposure, and its effects by the end of the year. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a bombing memorial.

US president Joe Biden to attend G7 and Quad meetings in May

April 26, 2023, 8:36 am

Us President Joe Biden will take part in the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Hiroshima, Japan from 19–21 May. The third in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit will take place in Sydney, Australia, on 24 May and will be attended by Prime Ministers Kishida Fumio of Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia, according to a press release from the White House.

On 19–21 May, US Vice President Joe Biden will take part in the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. According to the press release, the President and G7 leaders will talk about a variety of urgent global issues, including the G7’s unwavering support for Ukraine, addressing the simultaneous food and climate crises, ensuring inclusive and resilient economic growth, and continuing to lead a clean energy transition both domestically and for our international partners. The third in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which is being hosted by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and will be attended by President Biden, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, will take place in Sydney, Australia, on May 24. The leaders of the Quad will talk about ways to strengthen their collaboration on crucial and emerging technologies, top-notch infrastructure, global health, climate change, maritime domain awareness, and other issues important to Indo-Pacific citizens.

The Quad Leaders’ Summit will take place in Sydney, Australia, on May 24, according to a tweet from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese earlier on Wednesday.
Anthony Albanese tweeted, “I’m happy to announce that Australia will host the Quad Leaders’ Summit for the first time on May 24 in Sydney.
In May, Prime Minister Modi will visit Australia to attend the Quad leadership meeting.
In March, during the latter’s four-day visit to India, Prime Minister Modi and his Australian counterpart had a joint press conference at which they announced the announcement.

Australia and India are both Quad members. I appreciate PM Albanese’s invitation to visit Australia in May for the Quad Leaders’ Summit. For the G20 conference in September, I have invited him to India,” PM Modi had earlier stated.
The leaders of the Quad group will next gather in Australia after previously meeting four times. Due to its strong interest in sustainable and equitable economic growth and growing ties between Quad members and non-Quad members, the group’s significance in the area has grown.

India, Japan, the United States, and Australia are all members of the Quad, a strategic forum. Its main goal is to create a new plan of action to maintain the independence of the vital marine lanes in the Indo-Pacific.

G7 urges the Houthis to support an inclusive Yemen political rule

April 18, 2023, 1:34 pm

The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers have extended their support to the Special Envoy of the UNSG and have called on Houthis to work towards an inclusive Yemini-led political process, according to a joint statement released by G7.

“Regarding Yemen, we reiterate our support to the Special Envoy of the UNSG and call on all parties, especially the Houthis, to secure a durable ceasefire and work towards a comprehensive, durable, and inclusive Yemeni-led political process,” read a G7 statement. The statement came after the meeting of G7 Foreign Ministers in Karuizawa, Nagano.

Several issues regarding cooperation for peace and stability in the Middle East and North Africa were discussed among the delegates of the G7 foreign ministers’ meet.
Regarding Yemen, the G7 also called on the Houthis to lift any impediments to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, especially with regard to women and girls. “We express our appreciation for the concerted efforts by the Government of Yemen and other countries in the region, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Sultanate of Oman.

G7 condemned all forms of violence against civilians, including terrorism and wrote in the statement, saying, “De-escalation, stability, and regional prosperity are key priorities. We call on Israelis and Palestinians to take steps to build trust toward the realisation of a two-state solution, which envisions Israel and a viable Palestinian State living side by side in peace and security and mutual recognition.

The G7 also reiterated its support for the historic status quo in Jerusalem and Jordan’s special role in this regard. “We welcome the recent meetings in Aqaba, Jordan, and Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, between Jordan, Egypt, the U.S., Israel, and the Palestinian Authority aimed at deescalating tensions, and hope the commitments in the resulting Joint Communiques will be fulfilled in good faith. We will continue assisting the Palestinians to enhance their economic self-reliance. We call for the international community’s broad and sustained support for the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East,” the statement read.

Stating its stance on Syria, the G7 said, “In Syria, we remain firmly committed to an inclusive, UN-facilitated political process consistent with UNSCR 2254. We underscore the need for the international community to continue supporting the UN Special Envoy. We reiterate that the international community can only consider reconstruction assistance after there is authentic and enduring progress towards a political solution in line with UNSCR 2254.”