Carney to Attend G7 Summit in France, Visit Ireland During European Trip

Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to depart for Europe this evening to attend the G7 Leaders' Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17. The trip will also include a visit to Ireland.

According to the Prime Minister's Office, the visit marks Carney's ninth trip to Europe since becoming prime minister. The summit will bring together leaders from the Group of Seven nations to discuss global security, economic challenges and international cooperation.

The meeting comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East following recent attacks involving Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to participate alongside other world leaders.

Media reports citing diplomatic sources suggest G7 leaders may forgo a traditional joint communiqué at the conclusion of the summit. Instead, individual leaders could issue separate statements on specific policy issues. No official confirmation has been released.

Energy security and inflation are expected to be among the key topics on the agenda as governments continue to respond to the economic effects of instability in global energy markets. Artificial intelligence governance and social media regulation are also expected to be discussed, areas where differences among participating countries could emerge.