On June 17, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of strengthening India-Canada relations during a bilateral meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis. He highlighted the shared commitment to democracy, freedom, and rule of law, and the potential for cooperation in sectors like trade, clean energy, critical minerals, and fertilizers.
Key Bilateral Meetings:
- Germany: Discussed strengthening cooperation in trade, defence, green energy, innovation, and counter-terrorism with Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
- Mexico: Met President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo; focused on start-ups, AI, semiconductors, critical minerals, and global South issues.
- South Korea: With President Lee Jae-Myung, discussed boosting the Special Strategic Partnership, especially in green hydrogen, shipbuilding, and emerging technologies.
- France: Brief meeting with President Emmanuel Macron; committed to global collaboration.
- UK: With PM Keir Starmer, focused on strengthening trade and commerce ties.
- Japan: PM Shigeru Ishiba and Mr. Modi agreed to further deepen bilateral cooperation.
- Also interacted with leaders of South Africa, Australia, Italy, and Brazil during the G7 Outreach.
