The 51st G7 Summit is set to take place in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, from June 15 to 17, 2025. This marks the second time Kananaskis has hosted the prestigious gathering, the first being in 2002. The summit is particularly significant as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of the G7.
Key Participants
The G7 consists of seven of the world’s most advanced economies:
- Canada (Host) – Prime Minister Mark Carney
- France – President Emmanuel Macron
- Germany – Chancellor Friedrich Merz
- Italy – Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
- Japan – Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba
- United Kingdom – Prime Minister Keir Starmer
- United States – President Donald Trump
- European Union – Represented by António Costa (Council President) and Ursula von der Leyen (Commission President).
Additionally, several guest nations have been invited, including India, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, and Ukraine. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed his attendance following an invitation from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Agenda and Key Issues
Under Canada’s presidency, the summit will focus on:
- Global peace and security
- Economic resilience
- Climate action
- Digital transformation
The discussions will aim to strengthen international cooperation and address pressing global challenges.
