The G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, wrapped up on June 17, 2025, and India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, made its voice loud and clear. Invited as a guest by Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney, India wasn’t a G7 member but still got a big seat at the table. Looking at posts from Modi’s X handle (@narendramodi) and the Prime Minister’s Office (@PMOIndia), plus news from sites like The Hindu and Business Standard, it’s clear India focused on the Global South, fighting terrorism, and fixing global issues like AI misuse.
Modi landed in Calgary on June 17, posting on X, “Landed in Calgary, Canada, to take part in the G7 Summit. Will be meeting various leaders at the Summit and sharing my thoughts on important global issues. Will also be emphasising the priorities of the Global South.” He stuck to that plan, pushing for poorer countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to get more say in world decisions. India sees itself as their leader, and Modi told G7 leaders these nations need help with food, energy, and tech to grow strong.
Terrorism was a big topic for Modi. After a recent attack in Pahalgam, he got tough, saying on X, “If any country supports terrorism, it will have to pay the price for it.” He called out countries that back terrorists, saying the world can’t have double standards. At the summit, he pushed for all nations to crack down hard on those who fund or hide terrorists. This came after India paused strikes on Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, showing Modi’s serious about stopping terror but open to peace if others step up.
Modi also talked about AI, especially deepfakes, which he called a “major global concern.” An X post from @TimesNow said he wants watermarks on AI content to keep things honest. He warned that fake videos and info could mess up trust and security, and India wants rules to stop this. This tied into India’s push for clean energy and tech deals, with Modi meeting leaders like Canada’s Carney and Italy’s Giorgia Meloni to talk about digital infrastructure and green power.
India and Canada used the summit to fix their rocky ties. After years of tension over issues like Sikh activism, Modi and Carney agreed to send High Commissioners back to each other’s capitals. The PMO’s X handle posted, “PM @narendramodi and PM Mark Carney discussed ways to deepen India-Canada ties in trade, tech, and energy.” They called both countries “vibrant democracies” and planned to work together more. This was big since some Sikh groups in Canada protested Modi’s visit, but Carney stuck with the invite.
Modi met other leaders too, like South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung, posting on X, “President Mr. Lee Jae-myung and I had a very good meeting in Canada. India and the Republic of Korea seek to work together in commerce, tech, green hydrogen, and more.” He also turned down a U.S. visit from Trump, saying he had other plans, but they talked about global peace.
India’s stand was about fairness—giving the Global South a voice, fighting terror, and keeping tech safe. Modi’s X posts showed he’s proud of India’s role, saying, “India took it as its responsibility to bring the voice of the Global South to the world stage.” The G7 saw India as a big player, with Carney saying Modi’s presence shows India’s “dynamism and leadership.” With the world facing wars and trade fights, India’s push for unity and action stood out.