What happened?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a three-nation tour from June 15 to 19, 2025, visiting Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia. The visit aims to strengthen India’s bilateral ties and expand strategic engagement with the European Union, the Mediterranean region, and G-7 partners.
In the first phase of the tour, Prime Minister Modi will be in Cyprus from June 15 to 16, following an invitation from President Nikos Christodoulides. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Cyprus in over two decades. During his stay in Nicosia, Prime Minister Modi will engage in official talks with President Christodoulides and later address business leaders in Limassol.
Subsequently, on June 16–17, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Canada to participate in the G-7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. This will be his sixth consecutive participation in the summit. Discussions at the G-7 will include energy security, emerging technologies, and global innovation challenges, with a specific focus on the AI-energy nexus and advancements in quantum technology. Bilateral meetings are also planned on the sidelines of the summit.
The final leg of the tour will take the Prime Minister to Croatia on June 18, upon the invitation of Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. This historic visit will be the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia. Prime Minister Modi will hold talks with Prime Minister Plenković and meet Croatian President Zoran Milanović.
Why it matters to India
This three-nation visit signifies India’s increasing global engagement and strategic intention to enhance cooperation across Europe and North America. The visit to Cyprus aims to reaffirm shared commitments and expand India’s presence in the Mediterranean region. Participation in the G-7 Summit in Canada provides a crucial platform for India to engage with G-7 leaders and international organizations on critical global issues such as energy security and emerging technologies, fostering India’s position in global innovation and technology landscape. The maiden visit to Croatia is expected to be a milestone in bilateral relations, strengthening diplomatic and economic ties with European Union nations. Overall, the tour underscores India’s proactive diplomacy and its efforts to forge stronger strategic and economic partnerships worldwide.