G7 Summit Kicks Off Today in Évian-les-Bains: Global Leaders Tackle Economic Imbalances and Geopolitical Crises
World leaders are gathering in Évian-les-Bains, a picturesque town on the shores of Lake Geneva, for the G7 Leaders’ Summit, which begins today and runs through June 17. This summit is poised to address significant global challenges amid a highly charged geopolitical climate.
Évian-les-Bains, located on France’s eastern border with Switzerland, has a history of hosting high-stakes diplomatic events. The town previously welcomed the 29th G8 summit in 2003, a gathering that included Russia as a member. Now, more than two decades later, it is once again at the center of international diplomacy.
When and Where
The summit is set to take place from June 15 to June 17, with France presiding over the G7 this year. As the host nation, France has the responsibility of setting the agenda and priorities for the three-day meeting. The G7 operates as a forum rather than a formal institution, with the presidency rotating annually among its member countries.
Who Is Attending
Leaders from all seven G7 member nations are participating in the summit:
- Emmanuel Macron, President of France, is the host.
- Donald Trump represents the United States.
- Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, will be present.
- Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of Germany.
- Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy.
- Sanae Takaichi, Prime Minister of Japan.
- Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada.
In addition to the core members, France has extended invitations to several guest nations, including India, Brazil, South Korea, Kenya, Egypt, Ukraine, Qatar, Syria, and the United Arab Emirates. The European Union will also participate as a non-member observer, represented by European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Notable guest leaders include:
- Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India.
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine.
- Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil.
- Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar.
- Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.
- Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, President of Egypt.
- Lee Jae-myung, President of South Korea.
- William Ruto, President of Kenya.
- Ahmed al-Sharaa, Prime Minister of Syria.
What Is on the Agenda
France has outlined three primary priorities for its presidency:
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Addressing Global Economic Imbalances: Macron aims to restore the G7’s original purpose as a platform for dialogue among major economies, focusing on countering protectionism and fostering balanced growth.
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Navigating Geopolitical Crises: The summit will address ongoing geopolitical issues, particularly the conflict in West Asia, which has implications for energy security and global supply chains.
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Artificial Intelligence Governance: Leaders are expected to collaborate on establishing shared global standards for emerging digital technologies.
In addition to these priorities, the ongoing war in Ukraine is anticipated to dominate discussions, reflecting the pressing concerns of several nations involved.
Tensions may arise during the summit, particularly as Macron emphasizes reducing inequality and enhancing multilateralism—goals that contrast sharply with Trump’s “America First” approach, characterized by tariffs and public criticisms of other leaders.
Trump Arrives Fresh Off an Iran Deal
Donald Trump arrives in Évian-les-Bains following a significant diplomatic development: the United States and Iran reached an agreement on Sunday, concluding nearly four months of conflict that had destabilized global energy markets and increased gas prices. Trump indicated he would depart for the summit immediately after attending a UFC event on the White House’s South Lawn on Sunday evening, coinciding with his 80th birthday.
The Iran deal is expected to influence the summit’s atmosphere, providing Trump with a notable achievement to present while raising questions about future developments in the Middle East.
PM Modi and Trump Set to Meet
On the final day of the summit, June 17, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting in Évian-les-Bains. This will mark their first in-person meeting since Modi’s visit to Washington in February 2025, making it one of the most anticipated discussions of the summit.
As reported by www.timesnownews.com.
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Published on 2026-06-15 04:46:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk