Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on his first foreign trip since his third consecutive term began, engaged in a flurry of high-level diplomatic interactions at the G7 Summit in Canada. The summit, hosted in Toronto, witnessed India’s growing influence on global issues, as PM Modi met with several world leaders on the sidelines of key sessions focused on the Israel-Iran conflict, climate resilience, and equitable tech development.
Strategic Bilaterals Amid Global Tensions
On Day 1 of the summit, PM Modi held crucial bilateral talks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, French President Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and U.S. President Joe Biden. Discussions ranged from regional security and economic cooperation to joint efforts in tackling climate change and counterterrorism.
The Modi-Biden meeting drew particular attention amid heightened tensions in West Asia. While both leaders agreed on the need for restraint and dialogue in the Israel-Iran standoff, sources confirmed that PM Modi reiterated India’s long-standing policy of “strategic autonomy” and emphasized the importance of de-escalation through diplomacy.
India’s Global South Push
In his address at the “Voices for Equitable Development” session, PM Modi positioned India as the voice of the Global South. He stressed the need for reform in global institutions, equitable vaccine distribution, and increased investment in Africa and Southeast Asia. “Global decisions cannot be made by a select few. The future must be inclusive, fair, and sustainable,” he said, drawing applause from fellow leaders.
Modi also proposed a global digital public infrastructure framework modeled on India’s success with Aadhaar and UPI, offering it as a scalable template for developing nations.
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Climate Leadership and Clean Energy
At the climate roundtable, Modi reinforced India’s commitment to net-zero by 2070 and called for greater financial and technological support from developed nations. He also highlighted the International Solar Alliance, co-founded by India, as a practical mechanism for green energy collaboration.
Soft Diplomacy and Warmth
Photos of PM Modi sharing warm handshakes and candid moments with global counterparts, including Japanese PM Fumio Kishida and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, quickly went viral on social media. In a gesture of goodwill, Modi gifted handwoven pashmina stoles and Kashmiri saffron to dignitaries — a move seen as both cultural outreach and economic diplomacy.
Conclusion
PM Narendra Modi’s presence at the G7 Summit in Canada was marked by a confident assertion of India’s global role — not just as an emerging economy, but as a bridge between developed and developing worlds. With strategic engagements, calls for inclusive reforms, and strong bilateral ties, India appears more influential than ever on the world stage.
As the summit concludes tomorrow, all eyes are now on Modi’s closing speech, where he is expected to address the next steps in India’s global development partnerships.
