The G7 nations have announced a series of new global health and development initiatives, with support from partner countries including India, as leaders concluded discussions at the summit in Evian, France.
A major focus of the announcements was strengthening international cooperation to tackle health emergencies and improve healthcare access. G7 leaders called for a coordinated response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, urging countries to enhance surveillance, contact tracing and community engagement efforts to prevent further spread of the disease. India joined several partner nations in supporting the appeal for stronger global action.
The group also renewed its commitment to the fight against cancer, highlighting the importance of prevention, early diagnosis and equitable access to quality treatment. Supported by countries such as India and Brazil, the initiative aims to boost international collaboration in cancer research and encourage the responsible use of emerging technologies in healthcare.
Beyond health, G7 leaders unveiled measures to strengthen development cooperation and address growing economic challenges faced by developing countries. Discussions focused on reducing debt vulnerabilities, mobilising private investment and helping nations build more resilient economies. India participated in these conversations as part of its broader engagement with global development issues.
The summit also saw progress on efforts to secure critical mineral supply chains and reduce dependence on a limited number of suppliers for materials essential to clean energy, technology and defence industries. Leaders agreed to deepen cooperation and support diversification strategies over the coming years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the summit as an invited partner leader and reiterated India’s commitment to representing the concerns of the Global South. India has consistently advocated greater international cooperation on development, healthcare, climate challenges and economic growth.
