Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Evian, France today on a two day visit to participate in the G7 Summit, in the third leg of his two-nation visit.
Upon arrival, French President will formally welcome prime minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi will then participate in the summit being held on the theme, “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity,” along with leaders of G7 countries, partner countries, and representatives of the World Bank and the .
Quick answers to key questions
What are the key topics PM Modi will discuss at the G7 Summit?⌵
PM Modi is expected to discuss international cooperation, economic growth, and artificial intelligence during the G7 Summit in Evian, France.
Why is PM Modi’s meeting with US President Trump significant?⌵
The meeting is significant as it occurs amid rising tensions between the US and India, particularly following recent incidents involving Indian mariners.
How does India’s participation in the G7 Summit reflect its global role?⌵
India’s participation underscores its increasing recognition for contributions to global challenges related to peace, security, and sustainable development.
What is the theme of the G7 Summit attended by PM Modi?⌵
The theme of the G7 Summit is ‘Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity.’
Should India be involved in discussions on artificial intelligence at the G7?⌵
Yes, India’s involvement in AI discussions at the G7 is important as it reflects the country’s commitment to addressing technological advancements and their global implications.
At the summit, Modi is expected to exchange views with and invited partner countries on issues including international cooperation, economic growth and artificial intelligence. He is also scheduled to hold a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the gathering.
On the sidelines of the meeting, the Prime Minister is also scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Prime Minister of , the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Kier Starmer and the President of the United Arab Emirates . Later, he will attend a gala dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
“On 16th and 17th June I will be in Evian to participate in the G7 Summit. I will be interacting with various world leaders and discussing a wide range of subjects. India will always focus on giving voice to the aspirations of the Global South,” PM Modi said in a social media post before leaving for France on 13 June.
PM Modi meeting Trump?
PM Modi is expected to meet US President on the sidelines of the G7 summit taking place in Evian, according to White House officials.
has already announced that he will participate in the G7 summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
According to the US President’s itinerary for his upcoming visit to France, his meeting with PM will take place on 17 June.
The meeting comes at a time when tensions between the US and India have risen, days after three Indian mariners lost their lives off the coast of in an attack by the US Navy. There has not been official confirmation of a Trump-Modi meeting from the Indian side.
Hours before leaving Washington, Trump announced an agreement to end the war — a development that could change the dynamic for the G7 leaders during the talks. Days ago, when the was hanging by a thread, with resumed strikes, the gathering on the shores of Europe’s largest Alpine lake appeared headed for stormy waters.
PM Modi’s attendance marks India’s thirteenth participation at the G7 summit, and the Prime Minister’s seventh consecutive participation. India’s regular participation at the reflects the increasing recognition of New Delhi’s role and contributions in addressing global challenges related to peace, security, development and environmental sustainability.
The final leg of the visit will take him to Paris on June 18, where he will attend VivaTech 2026, Europe’s largest technology and startup event, alongside President Macron.
India will have the largest national pavilion at this year’s edition of the summit.
PM Modi is also expected to interact with members of the Indian community in France. The in mainland France is estimated at around 119,000, while more than 350,000 people of Indian origin live in French overseas territories.
What is G7?
The G7 is an informal grouping of developed natons. Its members are the US, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Japan. The attends all summits but does not count as one of the core “7” and does not hold the rotating presidency, as it is not a single nation but a bloc of 27.
Russia was included in what became the G8 in 1997, but was later suspended in 2014 after annexing . France took over the presidency from Canada in 2026.
As per the, the Evian summit will also focus on the future of artificial intelligence and balanced economic growth. However, geopolitical challenges; the conflict in West Asia and free navigation; as well as the ongoing war in Ukraine is also expeceted to be discussed.
(With agency inputs)
