Ontario/New Delhi, Nov 11 (NationPress) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar is set to travel to Ontario, Canada on Wednesday to take part in the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with Outreach Partners, following an invitation from his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand.

During this visit, EAM Jaishankar is anticipated to engage in bilateral discussions alongside the G7 Foreign Ministers Meeting.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) noted, "EAM’s attendance at the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting signifies India’s ongoing dedication to collaborating with global partners to tackle worldwide challenges and amplify the voice of the Global South in international discussions."

On November 6, the Canadian government announced that the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting is set to occur in Niagara, Ontario, from November 11-12.

According to the Canadian government's statement, Anand will welcome foreign ministers from the G7 nations: France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the US, and the European Union. She confirmed that Canada will also host ministers from outreach countries, including India, Brazil, and Australia.

The announcement emphasized, "Canada is delighted to welcome ministers from various outreach nations, highlighting shared global priorities and collaborations. These include Australia, Brazil, India, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Mexico, the Republic of Korea, South Africa, and Ukraine."

This significant assembly aims to promote Canada’s G7 agenda on urgent global economic and security issues, encompassing maritime security, economic resilience, energy security, and critical minerals.

Canada began its G7 presidency for the seventh time on January 1, 2025. The Group of Seven (G7) comprises an informal alliance of seven of the world's advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union.

EAM Jaishankar's journey to Canada follows Anand's visit to India a month earlier, where both ministers outlined an ambitious cooperation roadmap to enhance bilateral relations.

On October 13, EAM Jaishankar and Anita Anand discussed methods to "revitalize and invigorate" the frameworks essential for advancing their bilateral partnership. The ministers acknowledged that amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and escalating geopolitical tensions, a robust and resilient India-Canada bilateral relationship is crucial.

A joint statement released post-discussions affirmed that, in line with the priorities set by their respective Prime Ministers for energizing the relationship, both parties reached a consensus on a 'New Roadmap' for India-Canada relations, based on mutual respect for shared democratic values, the rule of law, and a commitment to upholding sovereignty and territorial integrity.

"Reviving this partnership will not only generate opportunities for enhanced economic cooperation but also assist in mitigating vulnerabilities arising from shifting global alliances, ensuring more reliable supply chains, and strengthening strategic stability in an increasingly complex international landscape," it noted.

Earlier in June, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada, for a crucial bilateral meeting aimed at mending strained ties.

This renewed dialogue was complemented by the appointments of new High Commissioners: Christopher Cooter as Canada's envoy to New Delhi, and Dinesh K Patnaik as India's High Commissioner to Ottawa. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri remarked that the two leaders had a "very positive and constructive meeting" and agreed on "calibrated steps to restore stability to the relationship."