51st G7 Summit 2025

Current Context: The 51st G7 Summit was held from 15 to 17 June 2025 in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, under Canada’s presidency, with Prime Minister Mark Carney serving as the chair.

• Organised by: Group of Seven (G7), an informal bloc of leading democracies.

Participating Countries

• G7 Members: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, USA, EU (as participant)
• Invited Outreach: India, Australia, Brazil, South Korea, South Africa, Ukraine, Mexico, etc.

Theme & Aim

• This year’s G-7 Outreach Summit, is themed around three core pillars of “protecting our communities around the world”, “building energy security and accelerating the digital transition” and “securing the partnerships of the future”.

Key Issues Discussed

• Geopolitical Security: Unified responses to global tensions (e.g. Israel–Iran conflict).
• Energy & Climate: Accelerating transition to renewable energy and securing green supply chains.
• Digital Future: Responsible AI, cybersecurity, and ethical digital governance.
• Trade & Economy: Post-Brexit trade deals, financing for developing nations, and global economic stability.

India’s Role

• Representation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended as part of a 3-nation diplomatic tour (Cyprus–Canada–Croatia).

Focus Areas:

• Championed Digital Public Infrastructure: Highlighted UPI, Aadhaar, and IndiaStack as global models.
• Called for equity in digital governance, promoting fair access to AI for the Global South.
• Emphasized inclusive global decision-making, urging G7 to accommodate voices from emerging economies.
• Engaged in bilateral talks to strengthen trade and tech cooperation, particularly with Canada and France.

Question:

Q.1 Where was the 51st G7 Summit held from 15 to 17 June 2025?
a) Rome, Italy
b) Tokyo, Japan
c) Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada
d) Munich, Germany

Answer: c) The 51st G7 Summit was hosted under Canada’s presidency in Kananaskis, Alberta.