PARIS, France — June 18, 2026
PM Modi G7 Summit participation concluded with a series of high-level engagements as Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris on Wednesday following his attendance at the Group of Seven (G7) Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France. India participated in the summit as a guest nation, providing an opportunity to present its perspectives on global governance, economic development, and international cooperation.
During the summit, Prime Minister Modi held multiple bilateral and multilateral discussions with world leaders and policymakers, focusing on key issues affecting the global economy, sustainable development, technology, and geopolitical stability.
Sharing details of the visit on social media platform X, Modi described the summit engagements as productive and meaningful. He said the meetings provided an opportunity to present India’s views and policy initiatives on several important areas of governance and policymaking.
India Highlights Global South Priorities
A major theme of India’s participation at the summit was the importance of strengthening cooperation with developing nations and ensuring that the concerns of the Global South remain central to international decision-making.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized that global prosperity can be achieved only through greater collaboration with emerging and developing economies. He highlighted India’s consistent advocacy for a more inclusive global framework that addresses the development needs of nations across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and other developing regions.
According to the Prime Minister, discussions at the summit offered a platform to reinforce the need for collective action and equitable growth in an increasingly interconnected world.
India Showcases Policy and Governance Initiatives
The G7 Summit also enabled India to share its experiences and achievements in governance, digital transformation, economic reforms, innovation, infrastructure development, and public service delivery.
Over the past decade, India has positioned itself as one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies and has increasingly played a larger role in global policymaking forums. Officials noted that India’s participation as a guest country reflects its growing influence in international affairs and its importance in addressing global challenges.
During interactions with leaders and policymakers, Modi reportedly highlighted India’s efforts in areas such as digital public infrastructure, climate action, renewable energy, financial inclusion, and technology-driven governance.
Paris Visit Marks Final Leg of France Tour
Following the conclusion of the summit in Evian-les-Bains, Prime Minister Modi traveled to Paris for the final phase of his France visit.
The Prime Minister is scheduled to participate in VivaTech 2026, one of Europe’s largest technology and innovation events. The conference brings together global technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, startups, and policymakers to discuss emerging technologies and future innovation trends.
India’s participation in the event is expected to further strengthen cooperation between Indian and French technology ecosystems while promoting investment, research partnerships, and innovation-driven growth.
Engagement with Indian Diaspora
In addition to official meetings and technology-focused engagements, Modi is also expected to interact with members of the Indian community in France.
The Indian diaspora has played an increasingly important role in strengthening people-to-people ties between India and France. Such interactions have become a regular feature of the Prime Minister’s overseas visits, highlighting the contributions of overseas Indians to economic, cultural, and diplomatic relations.
Strengthening India’s Global Role
India’s participation in the G7 Summit comes at a time when the country is expanding its diplomatic footprint and strengthening partnerships with major economies around the world.
The summit provided New Delhi with an important platform to articulate its vision on issues ranging from economic growth and global governance reforms to climate action, technology cooperation, and sustainable development.
As the Prime Minister continues his engagements in Paris, the visit is expected to reinforce India’s commitment to international collaboration while advancing its broader objective of ensuring that the voices of developing nations remain an integral part of global policymaking.
With discussions at the G7 Summit now concluded, attention will turn to Modi’s upcoming engagements in Paris, where innovation, technology, and deeper bilateral cooperation between India and France are expected to dominate the agenda.
