G7 Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: PM Modi Holds Bilateral Meet With UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Evian, France, for the 52nd G7 Summit, marking India’s 13th participation as a guest nation. The summit, held from June 15–17, brought together leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US, alongside the European Union. Modi engaged in multiple bilateral meetings, including discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, though details of that meeting were not immediately released. A key focus of Modi’s visit was his scheduled meeting with US President Donald Trump, their first face-to-face interaction since February 2025. The talks followed recent tensions after three Indian mariners died when their vessel was targeted by the US Navy in the Strait of Hormuz. During a G7 session, Modi raised the issue, stating that disruptions to maritime trade had harmed the global economy and that seafarers’ safety must be prioritized. Modi also addressed the G7, urging an end to ‘donor-recipient’ ties and advocating for trust-based global relations. He criticized the misuse of trade and technology for narrow national interests, calling for greater transparency and solidarity. Separately, he met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, emphasizing strong bilateral ties, and held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the summit’s sidelines. The summit’s agenda included broader discussions on global security, economic stability, and climate sustainability, with Modi reaffirming India’s commitment to collaborative efforts. His engagements reflected India’s growing role in multilateral diplomacy amid rising geopolitical challenges.