On Day 2 of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with world leaders centred around major global challenges, including terrorism, trade, and development. Addressing the G7 Outreach Session, PM reiterated India’s firm stand against terrorism, warning against double standards and calling for unified global action. PM Modi at G7 Prime Minister Narendra Modi called his discussions with G7 leaders “productive”, saying they focused on global challenges and hopes for a better world.At the G7 Outreach Session, PM repeated India’s firm stand against terrorism. He urged world leaders to act strictly against those who support or promote it. He also raised concerns of the Global South, asking the G7 to address them more seriously.The Prime Minister also held meetings with Canadian PM Mark Carney, UK PM Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, and Australian PM Anthony Albanese. They spoke about strengthening trade ties and boosting cooperation in economic matters. India and Canada also agreed to appoint new high commissioners to normalise consular and trade services, after a period of diplomatic strain.Top quotes from PM Modi
- “On one hand, we are quick to impose all kinds of sanctions based on our own preferences. On the other hand, countries that openly support terrorism are rewarded.”
- “Terrorism is an enemy of humanity. It is against all countries that uphold democratic values. For global peace and prosperity, our thoughts and policies must be clear – if any country supports terrorism, it will have to pay the price for it….”
- “There should be no place for double standards on terrorism. The terrorist attack that happened on 22nd April was not only an attack on Pahalgam, but also on the soul, identity, and dignity of every Indian. It was an attack on the entire humanity.
On Day 2 of the G7 summit in Kananaskis on Tuesday, the remaining leaders continued with key discussions on terrorism, human smuggling, and the war in Ukraine, after Trump exited Monday night, saying he needed to focus on rising tensions between Iran and Israel.G7 on Migrant Smuggling The G7 countries released a joint statement renewing their pledge to stop migrant smuggling. This comes under the G7 Coalition and their 2024 Action Plan.Also read: Melodi moment: PM Modi meets Meloni at G7 in Canada; both leaders reaffirm growing ties
The leaders committed to stronger border management and targeting criminal networks involved in human smuggling and trafficking. They also noted links between smuggling and other crimes like money laundering and drug trafficking, calling it a threat to public safety.Condemning Transnational Repression The G7 also took a joint stand against transnational repression—acts by foreign states to threaten or silence people living abroad. Calling it a growing threat, the statement described it as an attack on sovereignty, national security, and human rights. It said such actions often target journalists, dissidents, activists, and religious minorities, especially those in diaspora communities. The leaders agreed to coordinate efforts to stop this trend and uphold international law.Zelenskyy appeals for Support Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined the second day of the summit as Russia launched one of its biggest attacks since the war began—killing 15 people and injuring more than 150. “It was a very difficult night,” Zelenskyy told leaders. He asked for continued military and diplomatic support, and said Ukraine is ready for peace talks, but only if pressure is applied on Russia for an unconditional ceasefire. Canadian PM Carney said the attack “underscores the importance of standing in total solidarity with Ukraine”.France to host next summit French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will host the next G7 summit in June 2026. The meeting will take place in the Alpine spa town of Évian-les-Bains. Macron said the focus would be on maintaining unity among G7 nations and working closely with trusted partners to increase their influence on global issues.