G7 no longer runs the world: Canada PM says India's presence shows new world order

Published 16 June 2026 · politics

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Group of Seven (G7) no longer runs the world, describing India's participation in the summit as a reflection

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the Group of Seven (G7) no longer runs the world, describing India's participation in the summit as a reflection of a changing global order. Speaking at Trinity College Dublin, Carney said today's global challenges can no longer be addressed by a small group of advanced economies alone. Carney said this year's summit shows a recognition that global governance is changing and that countries outside the G7 have an increasingly important role in shaping international issues. Read Full Story "More than half the meeting will include so-called outreach partners -- particularly India, the leaders of India, the leaders of Brazil, the Gulf states as well, the leader of Kenya, will be there. So a series of other partners which bring a broader perspective and a broader element of the solution." G7 No Longer Runs The World, India's Presence Proves It: Canada PM Carney pic.twitter.com/5YkL26l78F— RT_India (@RT_India_news) June 16, 2026 "It's a recognition that the G7, if it ever did run the world, no longer runs the world or pretends to," he said.

The Canadian PM noted that alongside G7 members, the summit will include leaders from India, Brazil, Egypt, Kenya and several Gulf nations. According to him, these countries will bring a wider range of perspectives to discussions on pressing global challenges. Carney said the gathering could help define elements of a new international order at a time when geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and technological disruption are reshaping global affairs. He made the remarks ahead of the ongoing G7 Summit in France during his si day visit to Europe. The G7 comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union. INDIA'S RISING GLOBAL INFLUENCE India's participation continues a long-running engagement with the forum despite not being a member of the grouping.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the French city of Evian on Tuesday for a two-day visit to attend the summit. This year marks PM Modi's seventh consecutive appearance at the G7 Summit and India's 13th participation overall. The repeated invitations are a recognition of India's growing influence in global affairs and its role in addressing issues ranging from economic growth and climate action to security and development. The summit also carries significance for New Delhi as PM Modi is expected to highlight the concerns and priorities of developing nations, often referred to as the Global South. India has increasingly positioned itself as a voice for emerging economies and developing countries on issues such as climate finance, food security, energy access and sustainable development.