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G7 ministers meet with Russia-Ukraine conflict, China ties on agenda

Top diplomats from the world's major industrialised democracies grappled with the implications of Russia's war in Ukraine, China's growing economic clout and aims on Taiwan, and Iran's crackdown on anti-government protesters as they opened two days of talks on Thursday. Meeting in the western German city of Muenster, foreign ministers from the Group of Seven nations were taking stock of the situation in Ukraine more than eight months since Russia invaded the country, exacerbating food and energy shortages and creating ripple effects far from Europe. While we are steadfast in our support for Ukraine, we must not forget that the impacts of Russia's aggression, interference and hostility extend across the world," British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said ahead of the meeting. Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions are plunging the world's poorest further into despair, putting global food security on the brink and pushing up energy prices", he said. "These actions only serve to

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Russia-Ukraine war will preoccupy the G7 for a long time

What G7 leaders agreed on: Russia sanctions, energy and food security

Explore measures to reduce price surges and prevent further impact on economies

G7 pledges $4.5 billion to combat global food crisis, says report

The G7 is attempting to rally emerging countries, many with close ties to Russia, to oppose Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine

G7 leaders wrap up summit held to bolster support to Ukraine against Russia

Officials have said during the summit that leaders of the major economies are preparing to unveil plans to pursue a price cap on Russian oil, and impose other new sanctions

PM Modi leaves for short trip to UAE after attending G7 Summit in Germany

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday left for a short visit to the UAE after attending the G7 summit in Germany on the sidelines of which he met several world leaders

PM Modi makes India's stand on Ukraine clear, calls for immediate cessation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made India's position clear on the Ukraine conflict at the G7 summit where he reiterated that there must be an immediate end to the hostilities and a resolution should be reached by choosing the path of dialogue and diplomacy, said Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra.Replying to a question on India's stand on Russia-Ukraine conflict, Kwatra during a press conference said, "On Russia-Ukraine, PM made India's position clear including an immediate end to hostilities; dialogue & diplomacy to resolve the situation."Foreign Secretary Kwatra also highlighted that PM Modi has spoken with the world leaders on the knockdown effect of the conflict in Eastern Europe on the food security crisis, especially on the vulnerable countries."PM also put forward knockdown effect of the conflict on food security crisis, especially on vulnerable countries," Kwatra said.Ever since the war started on February 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been appealing to both Russia .

Impact of geopolitical tension not limited to Europe: PM Modi at G7

In an apparent reference to the Ukraine crisis, Modi noted that the G7 were meeting amid an atmosphere of global tension and asserted that India has always been in favour of peace

Committed to strengthening resilience of our democracies: G7 leaders

Leaders of G7 acknowledged the importance of national laws and regulations that are in place in each country to advance the principles and values of democracy

PM Modi meets counterparts from UK, Japan and Italy in Germany at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his counterparts from the UK, Japan and Italy and exchanged views on a range of issues with them on the sidelines of the G7 Summit here on Monday

India transitioned from women's development to women-led development: Modi

PM Modi on Monday addressed a G7 summit session on food security and gender equality during which he emphasised that India's approach had transitioned from women's development to women-led development

UAE, Saudi can barely raise oil output, Macron tells Biden at G7 summit

Brent oil prices jumped by over $2 per barrel to above $115 per barrel on the news amid tight global supplies and rising demand

India's resolve for climate commitments evident from performance: PM to G7

'We hope rich countries of G-7 will support India's efforts; huge market for clean energy technologies is emerging in India,' says PM Modi in Germany

India connection of Schloss Elmau, venue of G7 summit in Germany

Schloss Elmau, the venue of G7 summit in Germany, has a deep Indian connection with visitors being welcomed by Lord Ganesha and a motif of elephant running through the facility. Official sources said the Indian influence on Schloss Elmau, which had hosted the annual meeting of leading democratic economies in 2015 too, is attributed to its owner Dietmar Muller, who had lived in India in his youth and was involved in charitable activities. He had also made investment in the information technology sector. A restaurant has also been named after God Ganesha, who is associated with new beginnings and revered for his ability to remember and judge. Several yoga and wellness centres in Schloss Elmau have Indian names, including Ananda spa Restaurant, Jivamukti Yoga Studio and Shantigiri spa, officials noted. They added that Muller has spoken about the reason for his deep India connection, saying the inspiration of "individual freedom is very pronounced" there. Inspired by Indian architectu

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G7 leaders unveil $600-bn plan to rival China's BRI in developing nations

The Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment scheme would allow countries to 'see the concrete benefits of partnering with democracies', President Biden said

War should end before winter sets in, Ukrainian President Zelensky tells G7

In a virtual address to the G7 Summit, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday that he wanted the ongoing war waged by Russia against his country to end before winter.

PM Modi to discuss important global issues with world leaders at G7 Summit

PM Modi will attend the G7 Summit here in Germany in which leaders of the world's seven richest countries will discuss various important global issues, including the Russian invasion of

Crude oil prices volatile ahead of G7 discussions on Russian exports

Oil prices are showing a shaky trend just before G7 discussions on export of Russian crude oil supplies amid the Ukraine Russian conflict.