Modi at G7 Summit Amid Iran‑Israel Tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Canada’s Kananaskis region on June 16 to attend the 51st G7 Summit, his first visit to Canada in a decade. This year’s meeting is dominated by urgent discussions on the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, which has overshadowed the original economic and energy agenda.
Modi is set to participate in G7 outreach sessions focused on energy security, technology, innovation, and geopolitical stability. He will also hold bilateral talks, notably with Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney—an opportunity to reset strained India‑Canada relations following the diplomatic row over the Nijjar murder in 2023.
0-3The summit’s agenda, initially intended to address global trade, artificial intelligence, and clean energy transition, has shifted toward crisis management. Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran and Iran’s retaliatory missile launches have elevated security concerns. The United States reportedly blocked a joint G7 call for a ceasefire, while former President Trump left the summit early to return to Washington amid growing tensions .
1266-0Modi’s participation adds diplomatic weight from India, now an invited partner at G7, marking India’s sixth consecutive summit appearance. His bilateral meeting with Carney at the summit’s sidelines will focus on rebuilding mutual trust, enhancing trade cooperation, and resolving pending visa and intelligence-sharing issues. This follows Carney’s invitation and signals a potential thaw in ties after prior friction.
Observers note that India’s presence at this summit comes at a time when middle‑power diplomacy is being tested amid global crises. Energy security, the Iran‑Israel conflict, technology regulation, and multilateral coordination will likely remain central themes. The summit may also see discussions on Ukraine, climate, and supply-chain security, as outlined by host Canada.
Modi’s engagement highlights India’s evolving global role. Beyond the summit’s formal sessions, his outreach conversations and public statements are expected to reflect India’s position on peace, economic collaboration, and collaborative global governance. As G7 leaders seek to project unity, Modi’s presence could reinforce India’s significance as a voice of stability amid geopolitical tensions.
