Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed G7 leaders, advocating for a global shift from a donor-recipient model to partnerships founded on solidarity and equality. He emphasized the importance of trust in international relations and highlighted India's commitment to sustainable development.
Prime Minister Modi's call for a shift towards equitable global partnerships reflects a broader trend of developing nations seeking greater voice and agency in international affairs, potentially reshaping global development aid and cooperation frameworks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, urged leaders to transition from a donor-recipient dynamic to one based on solidarity and equality in international partnerships. He stressed the significance of trust in an increasingly interconnected world and reaffirmed India's dedication to sustainable and inclusive global development.
Modi highlighted India's 'humanity first' approach, citing initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global Biofuel Alliance, Mission LiFe, and 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam'. The session was attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Brazilian President Lula da Silva, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, among other G7 leaders. Modi had arrived at the summit following a visit to Slovakia.