As the G7 Summit approaches, Canada is expanding its list of guest leaders, aiming to build broader international consensus on key global issues—including climate action, economic resilience, and international security. The move signals Canada’s push for more inclusive global dialogue and collaborative solutions during a period marked by rising geopolitical tensions and environmental crises.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed that Canada has extended invitations to several non-G7 leaders and international partners, aligning with a growing trend to involve emerging economies and regional powers in critical multilateral discussions. The expanded roster is expected to include leaders from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, reflecting Canada’s strategic efforts to ensure that the G7’s decisions are informed by diverse global perspectives.
“This year’s summit is about unity, resilience, and action,” Trudeau said in a pre-summit briefing. “From accelerating climate solutions to ensuring economic fairness and defending democratic values, we need partners at the table who are ready to lead.”
The 2025 G7 Summit, being held in Italy, will bring together the world’s largest advanced economies—Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan—along with the European Union. But Canada’s push to include additional voices reflects the urgent need for global cooperation in the face of mounting challenges.
On the climate front, leaders are expected to discuss strategies for transitioning to clean energy, mitigating emissions, and fulfilling the commitments of the Paris Agreement. Trudeau has consistently positioned Canada as a climate leader, and officials say Ottawa will advocate for stronger timelines on phasing out fossil fuels and investing in green technology partnerships with developing nations.
Economically, the summit will focus on global inflation, sustainable growth, and reforming international trade to benefit both advanced and developing economies. Canada will champion policies to strengthen supply chains and support equitable access to resources, particularly in light of recent global economic disruptions stemming from conflict and climate events.
Security remains a central concern, especially with ongoing instability in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. Canada is expected to reinforce its support for Ukraine and emphasize the importance of defending democratic institutions, countering disinformation, and upholding international law.
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly stated that Canada’s role in shaping the G7 agenda is critical. “We believe that expanding the conversation helps build more sustainable, equitable solutions,” she said. “This is about partnership, not just power.”
Observers note that Canada’s inclusive strategy could serve as a model for future summits, where bridging the gap between developed and developing nations is essential to addressing transnational issues.
The expanded guest list is also seen as a nod to Canada’s broader foreign policy objectives: fostering strong alliances, promoting multilateralism, and enhancing Canada’s leadership on the world stage.
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