Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the G7 Summit outreach session on 'Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity' on June 16, 2026. The speech emphasized that in today's interconnected world, trust has become the most strategic global asset, more important than minerals, technology, or markets. PM Modi stated that partnerships can only succeed when built on trust that technology and supply chains will be used for global good, not as weapons, and that development opportunities will not be limited to a few countries.
The Prime Minister noted that COVID-19 exposed weaknesses in global trust and solidarity, and that the world currently suffers from a shortage of trust rather than resources. He referenced former US President Ronald Reagan's principle of 'Trust, but verify' as remaining relevant today for building a trusted, rules-based global order suited to the needs of the new era.
India's approach is guided by the principle of 'Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya' (welfare and happiness of all), which has shaped several global initiatives including the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global Biofuels Alliance, Mission LiFE, and 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'. During the COVID-19 pandemic, India supplied medicines and vaccines to more than 150 countries as a first responder, and provided disaster relief during cyclones in Sri Lanka, earthquakes in Afghanistan, floods in Mozambique, and hurricanes in Cuba and Jamaica with a 'Humanity First' approach.
PM Modi called for moving beyond traditional donor-recipient approaches to build relationships based on equality, dignity, and mutual respect rather than dependency. He emphasized that countries of the Global South seek genuine partnership and participation in global development rather than merely receiving benefits.
On geopolitical issues, India believes lasting solutions to ongoing tensions and conflicts are only possible through dialogue, diplomacy, and international cooperation. The Prime Minister welcomed progress toward peace in West Asia, noting the conflict has caused significant loss of lives and property in friendly countries of the region. He highlighted disruptions to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz affecting the global economy, mentioned that many Indian civilians lost their lives, and emphasized the responsibility to ensure safety of seafarers and secure maritime routes.