In a significant development on the global diplomatic stage, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has confirmed his attendance at the upcoming G7 Summit, set to be held from June 15 to 17, 2025, in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada. The invitation, extended by Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney, is being viewed as a pivotal moment in the bilateral relationship between India and Canada, which had faced considerable strain in recent years. Modi, in a public statement, expressed his appreciation for the invitation and congratulated Carney on his election, underscoring a shared commitment to democratic values, mutual respect, and deeper cooperation.
This gesture comes against the backdrop of a tense diplomatic standoff following Canada’s 2023 allegations implicating Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar—a charge New Delhi has categorically denied. The episode led to a sharp decline in relations, including the expulsion of diplomats on both sides. Against this turbulent history, Modi’s participation at the G7—where India is invited as a guest nation—signals a possible thaw and a move towards strategic re-engagement. As the summit gathers leaders of the world’s most advanced economies to tackle pressing global issues, Modi’s presence not only reinforces India’s rising stature on the world stage but also opens the door for a recalibrated partnership with Canada based on common geopolitical and economic interests