New Delhi [India], June 18 (ANI): Congress General Secretary in charge of Communications, Jairam Ramesh, stated that US President Donald Trump leaving the G7 Summit a day before its outreach summit began is a 'setback' for 'self-styled Vishwaguru's Huglomacy'.

In a post on X on Tuesday, the Congress Rajya Sabha MP said, 'President Trump has left the G7 Summit a day before the G7 outreach with eight other countries that includes India begins. A setback for self-styled Vishwaguru's Huglomacy.'

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US President Donald Trump departed the summit venue in Kananaskis, Alberta, after attending a family dinner on Monday night, citing urgent matters in the Middle East.

His early exit meant he missed the Tuesday sessions where leaders from several non-G7 countries, including India, were in attendance. Leaders at the summit after Trump's exit included Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his visit to Canada, where he participated in the G7 Summit and departed for Croatia. During his visit, PM Modi expressed gratitude to the people and government of Canada for hosting a successful G7 Summit and underscored how India remains committed to the cause of global peace, prosperity and security.

Canadian PM Mark Carney received PM Modi when he arrived at the venue of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Tuesday.

This marks his sixth consecutive participation in the G7 Summit and his first visit to Canada in a decade. PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome at the Calgary airport, where India's acting high commissioner, Chinmoy Naik, was among those who received him.

The G7 Summit is an annual gathering of leaders from the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada, and the European Union (EU). This marks PM Modi's sixth consecutive participation in the G7 Summit.

In a post on X, PM Modi stated, 'I am concluding a productive visit to Canada. Thankful to the Canadian people and Government for hosting a successful G7 Summit, which witnessed fruitful discussions on diverse global issues. We remain committed to furthering global peace, prosperity and sustainability.'

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also highlighted the significance of the visit in a post on X, stating, 'PM @narendramodi concludes a very productive visit to Canada! Held fruitful dialogue on key issues in the global context of energy security, technology, and innovation at the @G7 Summit. Met with several leaders & discussed bilateral ties. Next stop - Croatia.

In a series of high-level meetings held on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada, PM Modi highlighted India's efforts to strengthen global partnerships and champion the cause of the Global South.

He held discussions with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. Antonio Costa, President of the European Council.

Building on these interactions, PM Modi emphasised solidarity with the Global South after meetings with leaders from Brazil and South Africa.

He described 'outstanding conversations' with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil, reaffirming their shared commitment to addressing issues vital to the Global South and working towards a better future for coming generations.

Alongside these engagements, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also held insightful deliberations with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba of Japan on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Canada. (ANI)