June 17, 2026 10:30 PM

PM Modi, US President Trump hold bilateral talks on sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held bilateral talks on Wednesday on the sidelines of the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Evian, focusing on strengthening cooperation across key strategic sectors.  In a post on X, PM Modi said he was pleased to meet Trump and noted that both leaders reviewed steady progress in bilateral ties spanning various sectors. “Pleased to meet President Trump in Evian. We reviewed the sustained progress in our bilateral cooperation in trade, energy...

June 17, 2026 10:10 AM

G7 Summit: ‘Mutual trust is the most important strategic asset today’, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that mutual trust is the most important strategic asset today, while sharing his thoughts at the Outreach session 'Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity' at the G7 Summit in Evian, France. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Prime Minister underlined that, in an interconnected world, where energy, food, health, cyber, and economic security are intertwined, building international partnerships was a neces...

June 17, 2026 10:11 AM

G7 Summit: PM Modi receives warm welcome from French President Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron warmly welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he arrived to attend the Group of Seven (G7) Summit in France's Evian on Tuesday. PM Modi and Macron hugged and greeted each other as they met in Evian ahead of an outreach session which is also being attended by US President Donald Trump and other leaders of the grouping. Upon arrival in Evian, PM Modi stated that he looked forward to meeting world leaders and exchanging views on key global issues. "Reached Evian...

June 17, 2026 10:11 AM

PM Modi, Trump meet at G7 Summit in France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met and exchanged greetings on the sidelines of a G7 Summit outreach session in France's Evian on Tuesday. Both leaders shook hands and held a brief conversation ahead of the G7 working session on 'Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity' which is being attended by the G7 countries, partner nations, the World Bank, and the African Development Bank. PM Modi and Trump are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting o...

June 16, 2026 5:11 PM

PM Modi arrives in France for G7 Summit after concluding historic Slovakia visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Evian, France, on Tuesday to participate in the G7 Summit, where he will engage with world leaders on key global challenges and discuss avenues for strengthening international cooperation. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Reached Evian, France for the G7 Summit. Looking forward to engaging with world leaders and exchanging views on key global issues. India remains committed to advancing collective efforts for a more sustainable and prosperous planet." Brie...

June 13, 2026 11:27 AM

PM Modi embarks on France, Slovakia visit, bilateral talks, G7 Summit on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday departed on a visit to France and Slovakia, where he has a packed diplomatic itinerary that includes bilateral talks, multilateral engagements, and a strong focus on economic and cultural cooperation. In a post on X, PM Modi said: "Over the next few days, I will be in France and Slovakia to attend various programmes, including bilateral talks, multilateral engagements and interaction with the Indian diaspora. The focus will be on boosting economic as wel...

March 26, 2026 6:04 PM

G7 leaders’ June summit to include India, South Korea, Brazil, Kenya, but not China, Elysee says

France will host the leaders of India, South Korea, Brazil and Kenya at the G7 leaders' summit in Evian-les-Bains in June, a move Paris says is aimed at broadening support for its goal of correcting global economic imbalances. At the core of France's push is a drive to prevent a "massive financial crisis" by urging China - which will be notable by its absence - to boost domestic demand and reduce its destabilising exports, and by calling on the U.S. to curb its deficits and on Europe to produce...

February 19, 2026 9:32 PM

India-France bilateral relationship is at highest point, we want to do much more: French President Macron

Asserting that India-France relations are at their "highest point," French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday said the two countries now share a Special Global Strategic Partnership which is unique and will expand further. speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital, Macron said India and France have built very strong relations over the past few years, which his visit has helped to consolidate, particularly in the area of defence. "This ...

June 18, 2025 10:52 AM

India-Croatia ties set to deepen as PM Modi heads to Zagreb

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday departed for Croatia after concluding his visit to Canada, where he participated in the 51st Group of Seven (G7) Summit in Kananaskis.   This marks the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia, a significant milestone in the bilateral relationship between the two countries.   India and Croatia share a cordial and steadily growing relationship underpinned by shared values, democratic institutions, and a common commitment to internatio...

June 18, 2025 9:39 AM

PM Modi meets German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Friedrich Merz, on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada. This marked the first interaction between the two leaders since Chancellor Merz assumed office in May 2025. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Chancellor Merz on his recent electoral victory and his appointment as Chancellor. He also expressed heartfelt appreciation for the condolences extended by the German Government on the trag...