Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a G7 working session in Évian‑les‑Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, 2026 [1].
The summit serves as a critical venue for India to align with the world's largest economies on trade and security. By participating in these sessions, India seeks to strengthen its role in the Quad and advance cooperation on global sustainability and human well-being.
The event, themed “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity,” focused on rebuilding international ties and advancing trade talks [2]. Modi participated in the traditional group photo and held interactions with several global heads of state, including French President Emmanuel Macron and U.S. President Donald Trump [3]. Other participants included leaders from the European Union, Italy, and Kenya [3].
While some reports indicated that Modi and Trump were likely to meet face-to-face during the summit, official confirmation of a private bilateral meeting between the two leaders was not established in the primary reporting [4].
Modi said through a post that India and the G7 would continue their cooperation to ensure prosperity and sustainability [2]. The Prime Minister's engagement focused on the broader goals of the working session, emphasizing the need for international solidarity in the face of global challenges.
The presence of the Indian Prime Minister at the G7, a group he is not a formal member of, highlights the evolving nature of these summits as they expand their reach to include key partners in the Indo-Pacific region. The discussions in France underscored a shared commitment to maintaining stability and economic growth across diverse geopolitical landscapes.
“India and the G7 would continue cooperation on prosperity, sustainability, and human well‑being”
India's consistent invitation to G7 summits reflects its growing strategic importance as a counterweight in the Indo-Pacific. The focus on 'International Solidarity' suggests a move toward a more inclusive global governance model where non-member states like India play a pivotal role in shaping trade and sustainability standards.
