PM Modi at G7 demands safe shipping lanes after 3 Indian sailors killed in US strike | Today’s news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 16) called for strengthening the protection of global sea lanes and the safety of seafarers as he addressed the G7 Outreach Session in Evian, France, against the backdrop of escalating tensions in West Asia and recent incidents involving Indian nationals.
Prime Minister Modi told the G7 leaders, including US President Donald Trump, that all countries must ensure that sea lanes remain safe and seafarers can carry out their duties without fear.
The remarks come days after a US military attack on a merchant ship in the Gulf of Oman killed three Indian sailors, heightening domestic concerns in India about maritime security in the region.
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During the G7 summit, PM Modi called for strengthening the protection of global sea lanes and emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of seafarers and called for them to be able to work without fear.
PM Modi highlighted the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz as it affected global economic stability and emphasized the need for safe sea lanes to protect international trade.
PM Modi suggested strengthening international cooperation by emphasizing the importance of trust, solidarity and equality between nations and proposed a shift from donor-recipient relations to partnerships based on mutual understanding.
Prime Minister Modi’s participation as a guest country at the G7 summit reflects the growing recognition of India and its contribution to solving global challenges and demonstrates its role in promoting international cooperation.
Yes, countries should prioritize the safety of seafarers in global maritime policies as highlighted by PM Modi to ensure uninterrupted flow of international trade and protect lives.
The breach of the Strait of Hormuz has affected the global economy
He also noted that disruptions in key shipping routes affect global stability.
“The disruption of maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz has affected the global economy,” he said.
It calls for conflict resolution through diplomacy
PM Modi emphasized that long-term solutions to global conflicts must be based on dialogue and international cooperation, even as he acknowledged the ongoing peace efforts in West Asia.
“We welcome the progress made in peace efforts in West Asia. This conflict has caused loss of life and property in our friendly countries in the region,” he said.
Trust as the basis of global partnerships
The prime minister emphasized that trust must be at the heart of international partnerships in an increasingly interconnected world.
“At such times, the importance of partnerships naturally increases. But partnerships only succeed when there is trust at their core,” he said.
He added that mutual trust in global systems and institutions is essential for stability.
“Trust that technology and supply chains will be used for global good, rather than as weapons. Trust that development opportunities will not be limited to just a few countries,” he said.
India’s development philosophy emphasized
Sharing India’s approach to governance and development, the Prime Minister said the country adheres to the principle of ‘humanity first’.
He also referred to India’s broader development ethos.
“India’s experience shows that development is most effective when it is aligned with people’s aspirations,” he said.
He added that India’s guiding philosophy remains:
“Sarv Jan Hitaye, Sarv Jan Sukhaye” — prosperity and happiness for all.
The context of the G7 Outreach session
PM Modi attended an Outreach Session on “Forging New Partnerships and Reviving International Solidarity” during the G7 Summit where leaders discussed global economic and geopolitical issues.
India has been invited as a guest country for the summit, which brings together Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America and the European Union.
PM Modi arrived in Evian-les-Bains after completing his visit to Slovakia as part of his multi-nation tour.
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Maritime safety and security of seafarers
PM Modi also emphasized the importance of protecting global sea lanes and ensuring the safety of seafarers who facilitate international trade.
“Ensuring the safety of seafarers who connect nations through global maritime trade is our shared responsibility. We must ensure that sea lanes remain safe and that seafarers can carry out their duties without fear,” he said.
He further added that India is ready to work with international partners to strengthen maritime security.
“India is fully prepared to work with all its partners on these important issues,” the Prime Minister said.
India at the G7 Outreach Session
Prime Minister Modi’s remarks came during the G7 Outreach Session focused on global cooperation and new partnerships to address common challenges such as conflicts, trade disruptions and economic instability.
The Prime Minister arrived in Evian earlier on Tuesday at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. This is India’s 13th participation in the G7 summit as a partner country.
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