PM Modi to Travel to Italy for G7 Summit: Agenda in Focus

PM Modi to Travel to Italy for G7 Summit: Agenda in Focus

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a visit to Italy from June 13-14 to participate in the G7 Summit. The summit will be hosted by Italy and will bring together leaders from the G7 nations (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States) as well as guest countries India, South Africa, and Indonesia.

Agenda:

PM Modi’s agenda for the summit includes:

Climate Change and Energy Transition: India is expected to play a key role in discussions on climate action, renewable energy, and the phase-out of fossil fuels.
Global Economic Recovery: The G7 leaders will discuss measures to promote global economic recovery and address challenges such as inflation and supply chain disruptions.
Security and Geopolitics: The summit will provide a platform for PM Modi to engage with world leaders on regional and global security issues, including the conflict in Ukraine and the situation in the Indo-Pacific.
Health Security: Discussions on strengthening global health architecture and pandemic preparedness will be high on the agenda.
Digitalization and Technological Cooperation: India will showcase its expertise in digital technologies and seek collaboration in areas such as cyber security and artificial intelligence.
Development Cooperation: PM Modi will highlight India’s commitment to global development and its partnership with G7 countries in areas such as infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

Bilateral Meetings:

In addition to the G7 Summit, PM Modi will also hold bilateral meetings with leaders from Italy and other G7 nations to strengthen economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties.

Significance:

India’s participation in the G7 Summit underscores its growing global leadership role and its commitment to shaping the global agenda on critical issues. It provides an opportunity for PM Modi to engage with world leaders, articulate India’s perspectives, and foster international cooperation on shared challenges.