PM Modi at G7 Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi, Trump To Hold Bilateral To Discuss Trade, AI, Global Security
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Why in news
PM Modi and President Trump held a bilateral meeting at the 52nd G7 Summit in France to discuss trade, AI, and global security.
Background
India participated as a partner country in the 52nd G7 Summit held from June 15 to June 17, 2026, in Evian, France. Indian seafarers constitute 10% of the global seafarer population.
Facts for Prelims
- Intl. orgG7 Summit 2026: India participated as a partner country for the 13th time in total.
- FactIndian seafarers account for 10% of the global seafarer population.
- PlaceEvian, France: Venue of the 52nd G7 Summit in 2026.
- S&TAI and social media security risks were key agenda items for G7 cooperation.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's growing engagement with the G7 and the United States in shaping the global order and addressing issues of the Global South.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic Autonomy: Balancing India's role as a 'partner country' while advocating for the interests of the Global South.
- Maritime Security: Addressing the safety of the 10% global seafarer share dominated by Indian personnel.
- Technological Governance: Coordinating international norms for AI and social media security to mitigate global risks.
Keywords: Global South · Strategic Autonomy · Maritime Security · Multilateralism · Technological Governance
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