Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the G7 Working Session in Evian, France, on June 17-18, 2026 [1].
These meetings serve as a critical platform for India to strengthen strategic partnerships and align on emerging technologies and security frameworks with the world's largest economies.
The prime minister held bilateral discussions with several world leaders, including representatives from the UAE, Canada, and the UK [5]. The agenda for these talks focused on global cooperation, trade, and investment [4].
A primary point of discussion involved the regulation and implementation of artificial intelligence and its impact on global security [4]. Modi said he sought to bolster partnerships that ensure technological growth remains aligned with international stability.
Reports regarding a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump remained mixed. Some sources said that Modi would hold key bilateral talks with Trump [1]. However, other reports noted that Trump left talks ahead of schedule on Monday, which cast doubt on whether a meeting with Modi occurred [3].
Throughout the summit, the discussions emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to address economic volatility and security threats. The venue in Evian provided the backdrop for these high-level negotiations intended to refine the working relationship between India and G7 members [2].
“India's Prime Minister met with global leaders in Evian to discuss AI, trade, and global security.”
India's consistent invitation to G7 working sessions, despite not being a formal member, underscores its growing role as a pivotal geopolitical bridge between the Global South and Western powers. The focus on AI and security suggests that India is positioning itself as a primary collaborator in the governance of next-generation technology.
