NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be participating in the 50th G7 Summit in Italy from June 13 to 15, 2024.
Key agenda items
Key agenda items
- Attend the G7 Summit:
PM Modi will participate in the summit as anOutreach Country , focusing on key issues such as Africa, climate change, and development. - Hold
bilateral meetings : He will hold bilateral talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, marking their second meeting after Meloni’s visit to India in March 2023. - Participate in the Outreach Session: Modi will participate in the Outreach Session on June 14, which will focus on Artificial Intelligence, Energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.
- Engage with Global Leaders: The visit will provide an opportunity for Modi to engage with other world leaders present at the summit on issues important to India and the Global South.
- Follow Up on G20 Outcomes: Modi’s participation in the G7 Summit will also allow him to follow up on the outcomes of the G20 Summit held under India’s presidency last year.
- Participate in Ukraine Peace Summit: India will participate in the Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland at an appropriate level, although the specific representation has not been disclosed.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also expected to discuss several key issues at the G7 Summit in Italy.
- Africa, Climate Change, and Development: The summit’s first discussion will focus on these topics, which are critical for the Global South and India’s development.
- Middle East and Ukraine Conflict: The ongoing conflicts in these regions are expected to dominate the discussions at the summit, with leaders seeking ways to address and resolve these complex geopolitical challenges.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): AI is one of the key topics on the agenda, highlighting India’s growing focus on AI and its potential applications.
- Global Challenges: Modi will engage with other world leaders on pressing global issues, reflecting India’s commitment to addressing international challenges and its active engagement on the global stage