Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Evian, France, on June 16, 2026 [2], to attend the 52nd G7 Summit.
The visit underscores India's growing role as a strategic partner to the G7 nations, focusing on energy security and global trade stability.
This appearance marks India's 13th participation as a partner country at the G7 [1]. The summit, which runs from June 16 to June 18, serves as a venue for Modi to strengthen global partnerships and advocate for equal partnerships on the world stage.
During the event, Modi held a series of bilateral meetings. These discussions included talks with Canadian leaders regarding cooperation on energy security [2]. The Prime Minister also engaged in meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other international leaders to discuss trade and diplomatic ties.
Modi's agenda in France includes a bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. These talks occur amid broader summit discussions regarding the U.S.-Iran relationship and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Beyond the G7 framework, the Prime Minister's "bilateral blitz" aims to position India as a key player in securing energy resources. The discussions with Canada specifically highlight the potential for the North American nation to support India's energy strategy [3].
Modi said that the international community should focus on rebuilding global trust. He said that the current geopolitical climate requires a collaborative approach to ensure economic stability for all participating nations.
“India's 13th participation as a partner country at the G7”
India's consistent invitation to the G7 as a partner country reflects its transition from a regional power to a critical global stabilizer. By focusing on energy security with Canada and maintaining a high-level dialogue with the US and UK, India is diversifying its strategic dependencies to protect its economic growth against volatile global energy markets.
