G7 Summit
Barry Eichengreen: Global imbalances are under G-7 discussion but a fixation with China's surplus won't fix them
Global imbalances are back on the G-7 agenda, with China's trade surplus once again in the dock. But this diagnosis is incomplete. The way out is to revise domestic policy choices: the US must contain its financial excesses and China's its savings glut.
2 min read18 Jan 2026Donald Trump, EU's Ursula von der Leyen to meet Sunday as tariff deadline looms. What to expect?
Donald Trump is meeting with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland to discuss trade and looming tariff rates. Despite enjoying golf, Trump is under pressure to negotiate an agreement as the EU threatens retaliation against American products if tariffs are imposed.
2 min read27 Jul 2025Carney effect: The G-7's new cast bodes well for the world's future
Canada's PM Mark Carney is likely to place climate action at the forefront of the Group of Seven's agenda in subsequent meetings. His views on global warming and record of policy moves suggest as much
4 min read3 Jul 2025In Odisha, PM Modi says he declined Donald Trump's invite to US due to THIS reason – ‘very important for me to go to…'
PM Modi said he declined President Trump's invitation for a Washington visit, opting instead for Odisha to honour the sacred land of Lord Jagannath.
1 min read20 Jun 2025‘I felt at home,' PM Modi on Croatia visit, discusses trade, defence, tech with counterpart Andrej Plenkovic | Watch
PM Modi and Croatian PM Plenkovic held talks in Zagreb to boost ties in trade, defence, technology, and culture. The MEA said both leaders discussed expanding cooperation and noted growing cultural links like Yoga and Indology as key to strengthening the India-Croatia partnership.
2 min read19 Jun 2025PM Modi cracks Emmanuel Macron up on his Twitter fight with Donald Trump; social media says ‘Hesitation left the chat'
This comes after Macron suggested to reporters at the G7 summit that Trump was leaving early to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. However, the comment was met with harsh criticism from the US president.
1 min read18 Jun 2025‘State of diplomacy in crisis': What did G7 say about Iran-Israel tension and ongoing Russia-Ukraine war?
At the G7 summit in Canada, leaders discussed the Ukraine war and tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for increased sanctions on Russia and support for Israel, while calling Iran a source of regional instability and stressing the importance of energy market stability.
4 min read18 Jun 2025At G7 summit, PM Modi's stern message against Pakistan – ‘if any country supports terrorism, it will pay the price'
At the G7 Summit in Canada, PM Modi emphasized the need for energy security and the importance of addressing the concerns of Global South countries, which are often the hardest hit by crises. He also called for a united global front against terrorism.
2 min read18 Jun 2025India-Canada relations: PM Modi, counterpart Mark Carney pledge to revive diplomatic ties after Hardeep Nijjar's row
Prime Ministers Mark Carney and Narendra Modi agreed to restore diplomatic relations by returning ambassadors after a spat over Hardeep Singh Nijjar's assassination. They aim to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including energy security and combating terrorism.
2 min read18 Jun 2025PM Modi leaves for Croatia after concluding 'productive' Canada visit – ‘committed to furthering global peace'
Prime Minister Modi's visit to Canada marks a significant step in mending ties strained under previous leadership. Engaging with nine global leaders, Modi focused on trade, cooperation, and global peace during the G7 Summit, setting the stage for a renewed partnership with Canada.
3 min read18 Jun 2025