Canada’s PM Mark Carney Invites Modi to G7 Summit, Signaling Fresh Start in Bilateral Ties

Ravi Singh

In a significant development for Indo-Canadian relations, Canadian Prime Minister Mark J. Carney extended a formal invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the upcoming G7 Summit scheduled to be held in Kananaskis, Alberta, from June 15 to 17, 2025. The invitation, conveyed during a personal phone call, marks a pivotal moment as both leaders expressed a commitment to cooperation, mutual respect, and strengthened diplomatic engagement.

Prime Minister Modi acknowledged the gesture with appreciation, congratulating Carney on his recent election victory. Taking to social media platform X, Modi said, “Glad to receive a call from Prime Minister @MarkJCarney of Canada. Congratulated him on his recent election victory and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis later this month.” He further emphasized the importance of democratic values and the enduring people-to-people ties that connect India and Canada, stating that both nations will work together with renewed vigour.

The confirmation of Modi’s participation in the G7 Summit not only puts to rest earlier speculations about India’s potential absence but also signals a thaw in bilateral relations that have seen tensions in recent months. There had been widespread conjecture that India might not receive an invite at all, given the strained diplomatic climate. Moreover, it was rumored that Modi might have opted out even if an invitation were extended, citing the need for groundwork amid ongoing challenges.

However, the call and subsequent acceptance are now being interpreted as a powerful diplomatic gesture—one that underscores a willingness on both sides to move past friction and engage on global platforms. Analysts also view this as a subtle but clear message to anti-India elements operating abroad, particularly Khalistani sympathizers who have found space in Canadian political discourse in recent years.

Modi’s forthcoming participation in the summit is expected to pave the way for renewed dialogue on trade, technology, climate action, and global peace. More importantly, it opens a window for India and Canada to realign their partnership based on common democratic values and shared strategic interests.

As the world watches the gathering of global leaders in Canada, all eyes will be on Modi and Carney’s first in-person meeting since the Canadian leader took office. The outcome of their discussions could well define the trajectory of Indo-Canadian relations in the years to come.