Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron during the G7 summit in Evian, France [1].
The interaction highlights the strategic partnership between India and France, as India continues to play an increasingly prominent role as a guest nation within the G7 framework.
The greeting occurred on June 16, 2024 [2]. According to reports, the two leaders shared a hug and Modi thanked Macron for the welcome during a leaders' photo opportunity [1]. The event took place as part of the diplomatic protocol used to receive the leader of India, which serves as a guest nation at the summit [1].
Modi has maintained a consistent presence at these high-level meetings. This appearance marks his seventh consecutive time attending a G7 summit [4]. Furthermore, India has participated as a guest nation in the G7 a total of 13 times [4].
During the summit, Modi also interacted with other world leaders, including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and U.S. President Donald Trump [1]. These engagements are part of a broader diplomatic effort to strengthen ties between the G7 members and key global partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
The summit in Evian serves as a venue for coordinating international responses to global challenges. The reception of the Indian Prime Minister underscores the importance of India's perspective on security, trade, and climate goals — issues that frequently dominate the G7 agenda.
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron.”
The consistent invitation of India to the G7, combined with the high-profile reception of Prime Minister Modi, signals the group's recognition of India as a critical geopolitical balancer. By integrating India into these summits, the G7 seeks to align a major non-member power with Western democratic standards and security interests in Asia.
