Carney says G7 can no longer claim sole leadership on global issues

Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Group of Seven can no longer claim exclusive leadership on major global issues, pointing to the growing influence of countries such as India and Brazil in shaping international policy and cooperation.

Speaking at Trinity College Dublin during a visit to Ireland, Carney said the participation of non-G7 countries reflects a changing global order in which emerging and middle-power nations play an increasingly important role in addressing international challenges.

According to Carney, broader engagement with countries outside the traditional G7 framework can help shape a new international order at a time of growing economic, security and geopolitical pressures.

The remarks echo comments Carney made earlier this year at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he called on middle-power countries to work together in responding to complex global challenges.

This year's G7 gathering has also included leaders from Gulf countries in addition to representatives from traditional partner nations, highlighting efforts to expand dialogue beyond the group's core membership.