G7 Summit in Canada Hosts Non-G7 Leaders on Climate, Economy, Security

The 2025 G7 summit hosted by Canada in Kananaskis is a pivotal event aimed at addressing serious global economic and geopolitical issues, with Prime Minister Mark Carney inviting both G7 and select non-G7 leaders such as Australia's Anthony Albanese, Brazil's Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and India's Narendra Modi. The summit occurs amid global uncertainties including ongoing trade tensions, with President Donald Trump preparing for key bilateral talks to foster diplomatic relations and address pressing agenda items. Trump's administration faces challenges in maintaining alliances, particularly with European leaders concerned about trade, Ukraine, and defense burden-sharing, highlighted by recent engagements like the meeting between Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. The summit reflects a world where Western influence is perceived to be waning, and efforts focus on finding common ground on trade, artificial intelligence, and security. The G7 gathering is seen as a crucial platform to navigate these complex issues, with attention on Trump's role and the dynamics between the US, its allies, and other global powers. Meanwhile, broader international concerns such as the Aukus submarine deal review and US-China trade relations continue to shape the global strategic environment.