New Delhi / Ottawa, June 6, 2025 — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the 51st G7 Summit, scheduled to be held from June 15 to 17, 2025, in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, following an official invitation extended by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The announcement marks a significant step in reinvigorating diplomatic engagement between India and Canada after months of strained relations.
Prime Minister Modi confirmed his participation on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), expressing gratitude for the invitation and stating, “I look forward to our meeting and to renewing collaboration between our vibrant democracies, guided by mutual respect and shared interests.”
This will be India’s continued engagement with the G7 grouping as a guest nation, underscoring its growing role in global governance despite not being a formal member of the bloc. Modi’s presence at the summit is expected to highlight India’s stance on pressing global issues such as economic stability, technological regulation, climate change, global health, and geopolitical security.
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A Diplomatic Thaw
Modi’s confirmation comes amid evolving diplomatic dynamics between India and Canada, following a period of tension related to diaspora and security concerns. Analysts view this visit as a deliberate signal toward re-engagement and trust-building between the two Commonwealth nations.
The summit also presents a timely opportunity for India and Canada to resume bilateral trade discussions. Canada is currently India’s 10th-largest trading partner, and both nations are working to advance negotiations on a proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
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Strategic Importance of the G7 Engagement
Hosted this year by Canada, the G7 Summit will bring together leaders from the world’s most advanced economies — including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, and the European Union — alongside invited partner countries such as India, Brazil, Australia, and South Africa.
India’s participation will facilitate:
High-level multilateral engagement on climate financing, AI regulation, and supply chain resilience.
Potential bilateral meetings between Prime Minister Modi and other G7 leaders, including discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Advocacy for the Global South in shaping inclusive global policy decisions.
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Looking Ahead
As Prime Minister Modi prepares for the summit, this development is being hailed by diplomatic observers as a “reset moment” in Indo-Canadian ties and a reaffirmation of India’s indispensable role in international affairs.
The summit’s outcomes are expected to shape the geopolitical and economic narratives heading into 2026, with India leveraging its position as a democratic powerhouse and a leading voice for emerging economies.
