PM Modi may not attend G7 Summit in Canada in first miss In 6 years: Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to participate in the upcoming G7 Summit in Canada this month, potentially breaking his six-year streak of attending the event. The decision comes amid continued diplomatic tensions between New Delhi and Ottawa, fueled by security concerns and strained bilateral ties.

Sources told CNN-News18 that India is unlikely to accept any invitation from Canada to attend the G7 meeting scheduled for mid-May. The decision is reportedly driven by security concerns, particularly due to Canada’s growing reputation as a center for Khalistani extremism, along with the overall diplomatic strain between the two nations.

Canada is hosting this year’s G7 Summit, which will bring together the world’s leading industrialized nations — the US, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and Canada — along with representatives from the European Union, International Monetary Fund, World Bank, and the United Nations. Additionally, countries such as South Africa, Ukraine, and Australia are also expected to attend.

According to sources, the decision underscores the ongoing strain in India-Canada relations. “The relationship needs to improve before any high-level visit can be considered,” one source familiar with the matter noted. They also flagged potential security risks should PM Modi visit Canada in the future, although no specific details were provided.