G7 Summit live | Biden & Zelenskyy solidify their stance against Russia as day 3 concludes

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The US President made it clear that the F-16 fighter jets will only be used in Ukraine after he allowed the European nations to send the warplanes to Kyiv. Biden stated how the Ukrainian President gave "flat assurance" that F-16 will not be used to attack the Russian geographic territories. Earlier today Zelenskyy expressed his confidence of receiving F-16s but wasn't sure how many will be sent to Ukraine. “I can’t tell you how many – this is not a secret, we really don’t know," he asserted. 

During the press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy drew parallels between the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut and the Japanese city of Hiroshima back in 1945. "The pictures of Hiroshima in ruins after the atomic bomb dropped in 1945 reminded him of present-day Bakhmut," Zelenskyy asserted. "In the future, there will be reconstruction and recovery of Ukraine like there was in Hiroshima," he added. 

In the Sunday press conference, US President Joe Biden also addressed the Chinese cause and stated that the G7 countries are "united" in their approach toward China. "Now, we're also united in our approach to the People's Republic of China. The joint statement released yesterday outlines the shared principles we've all agreed at the G7 and beyond in dealing with China. We're not looking to decouple from China. We're looking to de-risk and diversify our relationship with China," Biden asserted. "That means taking steps to diversify our supply chains. And we're not... so we're not dependent (on) any one country for necessary product. It means resisting economic coercion together and countering harmful practices that hurt our workers. It means protecting that narrow set of advanced technologies critical for our national security," he added. 

In the press conference, the Ukrainian President thanked the host city of Hiroshima and stated that a Ukrainian flag in the summit is evidence of "faith in freedom". "There is a Ukrainian flag, there is evidence that there is faith in freedom, faith in life and "faith in our people," Zelenskyy asserted. 

Zelenskyy poses for a photograph alongside US President Joe Biden, Japan PM Fumio Kishida and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The flags of the respective countries can be seen behind them. Sunday, May 21, 2023. Image: AP

During the Sunday Press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made it clear that Russia did not occupy the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. Zelesnkyy stated that Ukraine's military personnel in Bakhmut are "accomplishing a very important mission". However, he avoided giving precise details on the issue. "There are no two or three interpretations of those words," he concluded. 

President Joe Biden meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, Sunday, May 21, 2023. Image: AP

As the Day 3 of the G7 summit concludes, US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held separate press conferences on Sunday. The two leaders addressed  the media after they had a bilateral  meeting with each other. 

French President Emmanuel Macron described the G7 summit in Hiroshima with just one word "Unity". "The Hiroshima G7 in a word: unity. For peace, solidarity and the planet," Macron wrote on Twitter. 

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak while condemning China's growing authoritarianism said that "They are increasingly authoritarian at home and assertive abroad".

He said: With G7 we are taking steps to prevent China from using economic coercion to interfere in the sovereign affairs of others. He further added that "all the allies aligned with our stance". "This is about de-risking and not de-coupling," he said.

French President Emmanuel Macron talked about artificial intelligence. He said, "Artificial Intelligence is an opportunity but also a challenge for our societies. In 2019 at the G7 in Biarritz, we were right when we launched the Global Partnership for AI. At the G7 in Hiroshima, we are strengthening its dynamic."

French President Emmanuel Macron while talking about Ukraine, shed light on what France's diplomacy aims for. He said, "Giving President Zelensky the opportunity to make the case for Ukraine and get clear international support at the Arab League Summit in Jeddah and at the Hiroshima G7. It's a helpful step towards peace and avoiding world divisions. This is what our diplomacy aims for."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who visited Hiroshima, Japan for G7 Summit, met US President Joe Biden. He stated that he thanked the president for the significant financial assistance, which totals $37 billion, and for the new military assistance package worth $375 million."
 

Zelenskyy also mentioned about his focus on the "issue of ’s Euro-Atlantic integration and preparations for the Vilnius @NATO

Summit, as well as on the importance of obtaining security guarantees for Ukraine before our country joins NATO."

As Zelenskyy reached Japan, he met and held bilateral meetings with several world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. 

On May 21, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held a Japan-ROK Summit Meeting with ROK President Yoon Sung Yeol, who was visiting Japan to attend the outreach session of the G7 Hiroshima Summit. During the Meeting, the two leaders shared their views on the importance of strengthening cooperation between the two countries on global issues. During this meeting, they confirmed that Japan and the ROK will continue to work closely together in dealing with North Korea. In addition, Prime Minister Kishida stated that he has been approaching this year's G7 meeting with a strong desire to realize "a world free of nuclear weapons," and discussed President Yoon's G7 outreach session.

On the sidelines of the G7 meeting, Secretary Antony Blinken and External Affairs Minister Jaishankar had a "great discussion". Both countries look forward to hosting  Prime Minister Narender Modi in June. 

Taking to Twitter, It was a pleasure to meet with the Cook Islands Prime Minister and current chair of the Pacific Islands Forum, @MarkBrownPM today at the G7 Summit. Deepening the relationship between our two nations and our shared ambitions for the Pacific region."

While praising the relations between the two countries, Anthony Albanese took to Twitter and wrote, " Today German Chancellor @OlafScholz and I met and agreed to work together on the clean energy transition, and on concluding the trade agreement between Australia and the EU." 

The Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz has shared highlights of the G7 summit on his official Twitter account. Taking to Twitter, he wrote, " Thank you, #Hiroshima. For three days we as #G7 talked with our partners from the Global South about the world situation, aid for Ukraine, the relationship with China and climate protection. Multilateral cooperation is the way to a better future."

Zelenskyy meets the President of the Republic of Korea Yoon Suk Yeol on the sidelines of the G7 meeting in 2023. On the social media platform, Zelenskyy has thanked Yoon for the humanitarian and non-lethal assistance to Ukraine.  

During the G7 meeting, Ukraine proposed its Peace Formula to the world.  Taking to Twitter, Zelenskyy wrote, "As long as invaders remain on our land, no one will sit down at the negotiating table with Russia."
 

Here is the menu for the Cocktails and Social Dinner on Day 2 of the G7 Hiroshima Summit.

Taking to Twitter, Kishida wrote, "Session 9 Towards a Peaceful, Stable and Prosperous World was discussed by leaders of the G7 + invited countries + Ukraine. This concludes all the sessions of the G7 Hiroshima Summit."

Together with all of our allies and partners, we have achieved such a level of cooperation which ensures that democracy, international law, and freedom are respected: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, during his visit to G7 Summit 2023. 

On the third day of the Hiroshima Summit, the Ukrainian President and Indonesian president held a bilateral meeting. In the meeting, Zelenskyy briefed Joko Widodo on the course of hostilities in Ukraine, in particular on the shelling of civilian infrastructure. Further, the two leaders discussed the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula. 

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida shares glimpses of the session on the situation in Ukraine which was held with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on the final day of the G7 Summit. 

G7 leaders released Hiroshima Action Statement for Resilient Global Food Security, in which they will focus on the following:

• Responding to the immediate food security crisis
• Preparing for and preventing future food security crises
• Realizing resilient global food security and nutrition for all 

While talking discussing the G7 have focused on the  Clean Energy Economy Action Plan. This goal will be achieved by the following: 

• Moving Forward United
•  Maximizing the Impact of Incentives
•  Reducing Emissions Through Trade Policy
• Establishing Resilient Global Supply Chains
• Promoting Clean Energy Technologies
• Promoting Trade and Investment in Clean Energy Goods and Services
• Support for Global Partners

The Statement on Economic Resilience and Economic Security has been released by the  G7 Leaders. In this, the G7 member countries and partners would work to enhance global economic resilience, respond to harmful practices that undermine international rules and norms, and address shared concerns regarding threats to international peace and security. 

Japan Summit Day 3:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds a bilateral with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on the sidelines of the Hiroshima meeting.  

Taking to Twitter, PM Modi wrote, "It has been a fruitful visit to Japan. Met several world leaders during the G-7 Summit and discussed a variety of issues with them. Gratitude to PM @kishida230, the Government and the people of Japan for their warmth. Leaving for Papua New Guinea in a short while." 

PM Narendra Modi at Working Session 8 at the G7 Summit in Japan's Hiroshima. The theme of this session is  'Toward a Peaceful, Stable and Prosperous World'. 

In a message of sustainability, PM Modi wore a jacket made of recycled material at the G7 summit in Japan on the last day of the G7 Summit.  

During the Quad meeting held in Japan, US President Joe Biden told PM Modi, that he has been facing a challenge because of a deluge of requests from prominent citizens to attend the event of PM Modi, reported ANI. In the same meeting, Australian PM Anthony Albanese shared that there is a capacity of 20,000 for the Community reception in Sydney but he is still not able to accommodate the requests he is getting. Further, Albanese added that he remembered how at the Narendra Modi stadium, more than 90k people welcomed him during the victory lap. To this Joe Biden told PM Modi that .."I should take your autograph".

PM Modi meets the UK PM Rishi Sunak in Japan's Hiroshima. During the bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit,  PM Modi said  "The meeting with PM Sunak was a very fruitful one. We discussed boosting cooperation in trade, innovation, science and other such sectors."

The Chinese Embassy to Japan has lodged solemn representations to Japan for manipulating issues related to China in the joint statement of G7 and releasing so-called economic security documents that insinuate against China, as per a China-based Global Times news report. Further, the  Chinese Embassy to Japan added that G7 is doomed to fail by building a small circle against China through multilateral mechanisms. 

On May 20, In the afternoon, in addition to the G7 leader, PM Kishida welcomed the leaders of invited countries and international organizations. The G7 member countries had candid discussions with their partners beyond the G7 regarding responses to various issues facing the international community, including food, development, health, climate change, energy, and also the environment, as per the official Twitter account of the Japanese PM's office.

While paying floral tribute to the Hiroshima victims, Jill Biden tweeted, "Here at Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park, we are reminded of our purpose: to work together to build a world that is peaceful and free."

On the third day at Hiroshima, Zelenskky meets the Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau on the sidelines of the summit. Taking to Twitter, Zelenskyy wrote, " Hiroshima. Started another day of the #G7 Summit with a meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada @JustinTrudeau. We discussed further cooperation in the security and defense sphere, the situation on the frontline, training of Ukrainian officers within the UNIFIER Canadian training mission, the importance of implementing all points of the Ukrainian Peace Formula and Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration. I am grateful to Justin Trudeau and Canada for the assistance in demining our territories and for the prompt processing of our requests by the Government of Canada and Canadian manufacturers."  

Day 3 at Hiroshima, PM Modi meets Rishi Sunak on the sidelines of G7 Summit 2023 in Japan.  

In Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi starts  his day by visiting the Peace Memorial Museum, where he observed the documented exhibits and signed the visitor’s book. PM Modi paid tribute to the memory of Hiroshima victims at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan.

The partners of G7 Leaders were seen enjoying various activities in the Partners' Program on May 19 and 20. According to the G7 official Twitter account, the Partners Program was held from May 19th to 20th and consisted of the spouses of the heads of state of each country. 
 

Taking to Twitter, UK PM Sunak wrote, " We know the transformative power of investment to help grow sustainable development across the world. On this final day of the @G7. I am committed to help get the Sustainable Development Goals back on track." 

As G7 leaders move forward with the Day 3 of the Hiroshima summit, so far, they have participated  in 7 following sessions:

May 20 

Session 7 Common Endeavor for a Resilient and Sustainable Planet
Session 6 Working Together to Address Multiple Crises
Session 5 Economic Resilience and Economic Security
Session 4 Strengthen engagement with international partners beyond the G7 

May 19

Session 3 Foreign and Security Policy  (Working Dinner)
Session 2 Ukraine 
Session 1 Toward an International Community Characterized by Cooperation, not Division and Confrontation / Global Economy (Working Lunch)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Joe Biden and other G7 leaders with their spouses pay floral tribute at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan on the Day 3 of the G7 meeting.  

On the advice of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, UK PM Rishi Sunak tried okonomiyaki, which is a traditional Japanese pancake. The UK consulate in Japan shared a picture of Sunak trying the dish. 

US President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed an agreement in which both nations agreed to take measures to accelerate the transition to clean energy. "Today, by signing a new joint initiative to accelerate a transition to clean energy, the United States and Australia will take one giant step forward in our fight against the climate crisis," Biden wrote on Twitter. 

French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday met with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. 

Macront tweeted a video showing him conducting a meeting with Zelenskyy and other Ukrainian officials. 

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov slammed the G7 summit and its leaders for taking decisions in Japan that were aimed at the "double containment" of Russia and China, said at an assembly of the Russian think tank Council on Foreign and Defense Policy, as per Sputnik.

While the French President was in Japan to attend G7 Summit, he also met Brazilian President Lula da Silva. Macron pointed out the growing need for investment to fight poverty, climate change, and biodiversity erosion. He said, "For a just transition worldwide, we call for investment to converge where people and the planet need it the most. In Paris in June, G20 in Delhi in September and Brazil next year, let's forge an ambitious financial pact to fight poverty, climate change, and biodiversity erosion."

On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Italian Prime Minister on sidelines of G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan.

On Saturday, the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan in person. Later in the evening, he shared how the day was powerful and how the next day would even be more powerful.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared seven points on what was discussed between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during their meeting in Hiroshima, as per Republic sources. The statement reads:
 

1. Prime Minister met H.E. Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine on 20 May 2023 in Hiroshima on the sidelines of the G-7 Summit.

2. Prime Minister noted that the conflict in Ukraine has had a significant impact on the whole world. He, however, stressed that for him, this is not a political or economic issue but an issue of humanity, of human values.

3. Prime Minister appreciated Ukraine's cooperation in the safe evacuation of Indian students and welcomed the decision by Ukrainian institutions to hold examination in India for the students.

4. Prime Minister conveyed India's clear support for dialogue and diplomacy to find a way forward. He said that for a resolution of the situation, India and Prime Minister personally would do everything within our means.

5. Prime Minister said that India will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.

6. President Zelenskyy briefed Prime Minister on the current situation in Ukraine.

7. Both sides agreed to remain in touch.
 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday. He met many leaders including UK PM Rishi Sunak and Indian PM Narendra Modi. Stating that "we are adding strength to Ukraine", Zelenskyy gave insights on what he discussed with the leaders in the meetings.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 summit in Hiroshima after the Ukrainian president closing in on obtaining the F-16 fighter jets he wants to fight off Russia, as per the Associated Press reports.

“Good to see you,” the prime minister said, slapping him on the back after they greeted each other with an embrace. “You made it.”

Sunak also expressed his support through his social media site where he tweeted, "Ukraine, we’re not going anywhere."

On Saturday, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy arrived in Hiroshima, Japan to attend the ongoing G7 summit. What attracted a lot of eyeballs was the plane that Zelesnkyy used for his travel. It was a French plane. Later in the evening, French President Emmanuel Macron took to Twitter to confirm that the Ukrainian president did use a French plane to reach the venue of the G7 summit.

Macron said, "A plane in the colors of the French Republic has arrived in Hiroshima. On board, the Ukrainian delegation came to the G7 to work with us and our partners. For the victory of Ukraine. For the return of peace in Europe."

On Saturday, while talking about PM Modi's trip to Hiroshima for the ongoing G7 Summit, Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said that PM Modi and his Japanese counterpart had two points of discussion: One was the conduct of their respective presidencies and the other was the development of Ukraine's situation.

As the Quad Leaders successfully wrapped up the meeting in Hiroshima and issues the statement, what attracted many is the use of a phrase that was said by PM Narendra Modi months before. PM Modi when met Russian President Vladimir Putin in September 2022, he said that “today’s era is not an era of war”. 

The Quad statement issued on Saturday, May 20, also used the same phrase to address the concerns of the Quad leaders. It stated that ours must not be an era of war, we remain committed to dialogue and diplomacy."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit. The summit in which the two world leaders met is being conducted in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Both leaders met on the second day of the summit. This is the first meeting between the two heads of state since the devastating Russia-Ukraine conflict began in February last year. PM Modi was joined by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and National Security Advisor of India, Ajit Doval.

“I am so happy to meet you,” Prime Minister Modi said as he sat down with the Ukrainian delegation. “Russia-Ukraine war is not a political matter for me,” he said. 

It was an eventful day for leaders at the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared the highlights of the day in the form of a video message on his Twitter account. From being greeted by the Japanese PM Kishida in Hiroshima to meeting Ukraine's President Zelesnkyy, the video contains all the details of the PM day.

Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra talked about PM Modi's trip to Hiroshima for the ongoing G7 Summit. He mentioned that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy had invited PM Modi to Ukraine.

Kwatra also detailed the meeting between the two leaders. He said, "The meeting [between PM Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy] was sought by Zelenskyy. The meeting lasted for about 30  minutes. PM Modi conveyed to Zelenskyy that India and the PM would do everything in their power to find a resolution to this conflict through dialogue and diplomacy"

"The meeting (between PM Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy) was sought by Zelenskyy. The meeting lasted for about 30  minutes. PM Modi conveyed to Zelenskyy that India and the PM would do everything in their power to find a resolution to this conflict through dialogue and diplomacy," said Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Saturday.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Saturday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the G7 summit. "Good to have you here, @ZelenskyyUa. We stand with #Ukraine - as long as it takes!," Scholz wrote on Twitter. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also took to Twitter to talk about the meeting. "Had a meeting with the Federal Chancellor of Germany @OlafScholz. The first results of my visit to Germany were discussed. I thanked for the powerful defence assistance Ukraine receives from Germany. We reiterated the importance of implementing the points of the Ukrainian Peace Formula," Zelenskyy wrote on Twitter. 

Kwatra also touched upon PM Modi's 10-point call to action at the G7 Summit. Earlier today, MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi shared these agendas with the world. 

On Saturday, Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra talked about PM Modi's trip to Hiroshima for the ongoing G7 Summit. "PM Modi arrived in Hiroshima late night evening. His day was structured on the basis of the bilateral meetings, sessions of the G7 summit and the QUAD meet," Kwatra stated at a press conference. Kwatra also touched upon the talking points of PM Modi's meeting with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida and French President Emmanuel Macron.

When it comes to meeting with Kishida, Kwatra stated that the two leaders focused on two aspects; 

1. Conduct of their respective presidency at the  international summit

2. Ukraine Development

In the meeting with Marcon the two leaders focused on "Indian-France strategic partnership," Kwantra stated.  

As Prime Minister Modi joined the Australian PM Anthony Albanese, the President of the US Joe Biden, and Japan's Fumio Kishida in the Quad meeting, here is what they discussed as per the Ministry of External Affairs, India. 

The Quad meeting convened in Hiroshima, Japan on Saturday. The Quad leaders issued the statement after successfully wrapping up the meeting. The statement focused on terrorism and violent extremism. "We are committed to working together to promote accountability for the perpetrators of such terrorist attacks," reads the statement. The statement also contained a condemnation of the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai and in Pathankot. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with France's President Emmanuel Macron in Hiroshima. The meeting happened on the sidelines of the G7 summit. PM Modi expressed his excitement over the discussions he had with the French president.
 

Taking to Twitter, Prime Minister Modi informed about his meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Hiroshima, Japan. He wrote: 

"Great conversations with President @LulaOficial on the sidelines of the Hiroshima G-7 Summit. We will keep working together to boost India-Brazil friendship."

Quad leaders got together while attending the G7 summit in Hiroshima. Australian PM Anthony Albanese, the chair of Quad 2023, spoke first at the meeting. He said, "I had a very warm welcome." He added, "I am delighted to be friends with all." He asserted that "we all stand together for the open secure civic region".

Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at Quad meeting on the sidelines of G7 Summit in Hiroshima. 

Moscow’s Foreign Intelligence Service was blacklisted along with a host of defense and energy industry figures by the US. According to a press release published by the US Treasury Department, The US imposed sanctions on the Foreign Intelligence Service of the Russian Federation on Friday, as per RT News. The decision follows last month’s blacklisting of Russia’s internal intelligence agency, the FSB. 
The sanctions came as US President Joe Biden is in Hiroshima, Japan to attend the G7 summit. In Hiroshima, Biden also attended the Quad meeting that happened on the sidelines of the G7 summit.

After wrapping up the Quad meeting in Hiroshima, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed his pride in the grouping and its leaders. He shared a picture on Twitter of all the Quad leaders standing together and posing for the camera. 

While addressing the Quad meet in Hiroshima, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I am very pleased to take part in this summit." He added, "the Quad group has established itself as a platform for peace, stability and prosperity." 

"We agree that security and success of the Indo-Pacific is important not just for the region but for the entire world," PM Modi further stated. Then he congratulated Australian PM Antony Albanese for successfully chairing the Quad summit and said "we would be pleased to host the Quad leader summit in India in 2024"

While addressing the Quad Summit in Hiroshima on the sidelines of G7 Summit, US President Joe Biden said that "our mission remains the same, to drive the world towards peace". He further added that they have made enormous progress in the region in the last two years from building secure telecommunication to investing in infrastructure and clean energy projects. Wrapping up his address he thanked the Quad members for the strong partnership and apologised for the change in plans. He added, "He looks forward to our conversation later tonight."

Ukraine's President Volodomyr Zelenskyy gave insights on his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He talked about how he explained in detail the Ukrainian Peace Formula initiative and invited India to join its implementation. He also thanked India for "supporting our country's territorial integrity and sovereignty, in particular, at the platforms of international organizations, and for providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine".

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida attended the Quad meeting in Hiroshima. He talked about driving the world towards the International Committee of Unity. He said, 'We would like to drive the world towards the international committee of unity and not of division and confrontation."

He added, "I hope today's discussion will give us another momentum to further spur our efforts."

Taking to Twitter, Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked about his meeting with Zelesnkyy. He wrote: "Met President @ZelenskyyUa in Hiroshima. Conveyed our clear support for dialogue and diplomacy to find a way forward. We will continue extending humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine."

As the G7 Summit is going on in Hiroshima, the wives of the leaders chose to visit Itsukushima Shrine, a world heritage site. The shrine is known worldwide for its iconic "floating" torii gate. The shrine and its torii gate are unique for being built over water.

Following US President Joe Biden's address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen underscored the importance of green hydrogen and clean energy. The leaders delivered the speeches at the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. 

The G7 Working session was on  ‘Working Together to Address Multiple Crisis’, where PM Narendra Modi kept forward his thoughts. Sharing his vision, the prime minister wrote on Twitter: "It is important for us to work together for the betterment of our planet and to address the challenges we face relating to sectors such as healthcare, wellness food security and more."

The President of the European Council Charles Michel met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. Michel shared pictures of his meeting with Zelesnkyy on his social media account where showing his support for Ukraine, he wrote: "Ukraine is unbreakable."

So is our support and friendship.

On the Day 2 of the Summit Prime Minister Modi met the EU Commission President Ursula Von der Leyan and the president of the European Council Charles Michel. "It is always a delight to meet @EU_Commission President @vonderleyen and @eucopresident @CharlesMichel," he wrote on Twitter. 

Robots deployed at the International Media Centre in Hiroshima, Japan, for the G7 summit were spotted waving and greeting visitors at the event on Saturday. 

During his address at the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday, PM Narendra Modi asserted that the war between Russia and Ukraine is "not political." 

G7 leaders and partners gathered on Saturday for a group image on the second day of the summit in Hiroshima, Japan. Take a look-

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held bilateral talks on Saturday in Hiroshima, Japan. The two leaders discussed the PM's forthcoming visit to France for Bastille Day. They also discussed "cooperation in trade & economic spheres; civil aviation; renewables; culture; co-production and manufacturing in defence sector; civil nuclear cooperation. They agreed to expand the partnership to newer domains," according to MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi. 

Taking to Twitter, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that G7 aims to meet nations "of the Global South at eye level." "For example, by making sure that they process their raw materials themselves more often and thus benefit from their resources. That was a focus of the 2nd summit day in #Japan," he tweeted along with snapshots from Day 2 of the summit. 

G7 leaders said in a statement issued on Saturday that they were concerned about the volatile situation in the East and South China seas, where China continues to carry out large-scale military activities. They also called for a peaceful resolution to the China-Taiwan conflict. "We oppose China's militarisation activities in the region", the leaders said. Furthermore, they addressed the human rights abuses taking place in China, such as forced labor. 
 

In a joint statement released on Saturday, G7 leaders in Hiroshima exhorted China to use its diplomatic leverage and persuade Russia to end its invasion of Ukraine.

"We call on China to press Russia to stop its military aggression, and immediately, completely and unconditionally withdraw its troops from Ukraine. We encourage China to support a comprehensive, just and lasting peace based on territorial integrity and the principles and purposes of the U.N. Charter, including in direct talks with Ukraine," the leaders collectively said. 

G7 leaders after the end of Working Session 6 came together to click a family photo with the outreach leaders. PM Modi stood between French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Leaders were seen smiling as they got their pictures clicked.

On Saturday, global leaders at the G7 summit issued a lengthy joint statement that ranged from the war in Ukraine to China's attempts to alter the status quo of the Indo-Pacific. 
"A growing China that plays by international rules would be of global interest. We are not decoupling or turning inwards. At the same time, we recognize that economic resilience requires de-risking and diversifying", read an excerpt from the statement. 

In his speech on the second day of the G7 summit in Hiroshima, US President Joe Biden vowed to work with other global leaders towards attaining health and energy security. He said that his country's prime focus is "game-changing investments." "We are promoting trade and great jobs. We are starting this work in Africa, Indonesia. Our investments are important, we need to maximise them," he stated. 

Indian Premier Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday in Hiroshima, Japan. 

UN Secretary-General António Guterres and PM Narendra Modi met in Hiroshima on Saturday for what the latter called a "wonderful conversation." 

The second day of the G7 summit in Hiroshima saw vibrant attires, costumes, and items of the Japanese culture on full display at the event's venue. 

Take a look: 

During the ongoing G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, PM Modi met Indonesian President Joko Widodo and his wife. Announcing his meeting with the Indonesian leader, the prime minister wrote on his Twitter account that ''India attaches great priority to strong ties with Indonesia".

On Saturday, G7 leaders released a joint statement on the Russia-Ukraine war. "At our meeting today in Hiroshima, we, the Leaders of the G7, reaffirmed our commitment to stand together against Russia's illegal, unjustifiable, and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn, in the strongest terms, Russia’s manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations (UN) and the impact of Russia’s war on the rest of the world," read an excerpt from the statement. 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy landed in Hiroshima on Saturday for diplomatic talks with the leaders of the world's most powerful democracies, as per the Associated Press. Earlier, Zelenskyy took to Twitter to express what he wished to achieve from his visit to Hiroshima.

UK PM Rishi Sunak shared a series of images that perfectly summarised his meetings with global leaders like PM Modi, US President Joe Biden, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and French President Emmanuel Macron on the second day of the G7 summit in Hiroshima. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to express his joy on meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He wrote, "Glad to have met my friend."

The last time the two leaders met was when Scholz visited India in February 2023, with an aim to expand the overall bilateral ties and discuss the Ukraine conflict. He met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Delhi's Hyderabad House.

Taking to Twitter, President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen announced G7's action on global health architecture and Universal Health Coverage. She claimed 'next pandemic cannot catch us unprepared'.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden shared a warm hug as they greeted each other in Hiroshima on the second day of the G7 summit on Saturday. 

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Ukraine's embattled president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to touch down at the Hiroshima airport as he looks forward to an eventful day of meeting leaders from across the globe. 

On the second day of the G7 summit, US President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese vowed to strengthen their partnership and take actionable steps on tackling climate change. 

"We are working together to create a better future for our nation’s families, workers and businesses. One with good jobs, clean energy and secure supply chains. Wonderful to see you again, @POTUS Biden," Albanese tweeted. 

"Our enduring friendship with the United States demonstrates what’s possible when we work together. Today, @POTUS Biden and I signed a Statement of Intent that will make action on climate a key feature of our partnership," he added. 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida as he reached the G7 summit venue in Hiroshima on Saturday. 

Australian Premier Anthony Albanese met South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Saturday in Hiroshima. Albanese is in the city to attend the G7 summit and Quad leaders meet after the latter was cancelled in Australia earlier this week. 

"South Korea and Australia are working together to maintain an open, prosperous and secure Indo-Pacific. It is a pleasure to continue that work today with South Korean @President_KR Yoon Suk Yeol," he tweeted. 

Japanese Premier Fumio Kishida hosted the official welcome of Outreach leaders and their partners at the G7 summit in Hiroshima on Saturday. 
 

Australian PM Anthony Albanese held wide-ranging discussions with United Nations chief  António Guterres on Saturday in Hiroshima, Japan. "A strong, effective United Nations is key to addressing global challenges. Thank you to UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres  for the productive meeting today," he tweeted. 

US President Joe Biden tweeted on Saturday that the G7 summit stands in complete solidarity with Ukraine, the war-torn nation facing the wrath of Russia's war machine. "Today, the G7's solidarity with Ukraine is even stronger now than it was last year," he said. 

Taking to his Twitter handle, US President Joe Biden avered that the G7 summit is "more united than ever" as it unfolds in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. He also shared glimpses of the first day of the summit. 

Japanese author Dr. Tomio Mizokami and painter Hiroko Takayama shared their experience of meeting and interacting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Hiroshima on Saturday.   

"PM Modi told me that the painting is very beautiful and he is very happy to accept it. It was 42 years ago that I first visited India. I was very impressed by the spirit of the people who are living on Indian soil. Since then I am infusing the energy and prayer of the Indian people and culture that I received from them," said Takayama. 

Taking to Twitter on Saturday, UK Premier Rishi Sunak emphasised economic security, an agenda that will be in key focus at the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. 

"Our collective economic security matters now more than ever. By working together and avoiding competition between friends, we can lift our prosperity, innovate faster and out-compete autocratic states," Sunak tweeted.

Shedding light on his interaction with Professor Tomio Mizokami, PM Modi said that he was "glad" to hold talks with the Japanese author. "A Padma Awardee, he is a distinguished Hindi and Punjabi linguist. He has made numerous efforts to make Indian culture and literature popular among the people of Japan," the PM said. 

On Saturday, PM Narendra Modi held a delightful conversation with Dr. Tomio Mizokami, a prominent Japanese author, Hindi & Punjabi linguist, and a Padma Shri awardee. "PM lauded Dr. Mizokami for his contribution in promoting Indian literature in Japan and bringing the two countries closer," MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said of the duo's interaction. 

Currently on his Japan visit, PM Narendra Modi held "warm" talks with Hiroko Takayama, a popular Japanese painter, on Saturday. According to MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, the prime minister lauded Takayama for "imbibing the spirit of India in her paintings and contributing to promotion of cultural cooperation between two countries." 

US President Joe Biden will be attending the Quad meeting in Hiroshima today. The meeting was initially meant to take place in Australia, but was called off after Biden canceled citing domestic issues. 

"US President Joe Biden will be having the Quad meeting today, where he will be meeting the leaders with whom he was going to have a sit-down conversation in Australia. That’s how important President Biden believed it would be. A statement was put out last night about why President Biden wanted to do this. He believed having that conversation on Indo-Pacific is incredibly important and it is going to happen here," said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. 

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met several world leaders in Hiroshima, the host city of the G7 summit. He also met Vietnamese Premier Pham Minh Chinh. Take a look: 

PM Narendra Modi and South Korean President  Yoon Suk Yeol met in Hiroshima on Saturday for bilateral talks. According to MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, they "reaffirmed commitment to further strengthen bilateral ties as India-Republic of Korea celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations this year." 

"Leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in areas of trade & investment, high technology, IT hardware manufacturing, defence, semiconductor, and culture. Also discussed India’s G20 presidency and Republic of Korea’s Indo-Pacific strategy," Bagchi added. 

PM Narendra Modi held a "productive" meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Saturday. The leaders discussed ways to strengthen the ties between New Delhi and Seoul. 

On Saturday, PM Modi unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima, Japan. Lauding the historic moment, Matsui Kazumi, the mayor of the city, said: "Mahatma Gandhi was a very respected human being who embodied non-violence throughout his life. This presentation of his bust to this city is very meaningful because our wish exactly coincides with Mahatma Gandhi's policy."

Expressing his happiness after meeting Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, PM Modi tweeted: "Had an excellent meeting with PM @kishida230 this morning. We reviewed the full range of India-Japan relations and also discussed the focus areas of India’s G-20 Presidency and Japan’s G-7 Presidency towards making our planet better."

Indian PM Narendra Modi urged the world to "follow the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and walk on the path of welfare" as he unveiled the bust of the father of the nation in Hiroshima on Saturday. 

"I want to thank the Japanese Government for placing the bust of Mahatma Gandhi here in Hiroshima and giving me the opportunity to unveil it. We should all follow the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and walk on the path of the welfare of the world. This will be the real tribute to Mahatma Gandhi," he said. 

"The bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima will take forward the idea of non-violence. Even today, the world gets frightened when they listen to the word 'Hiroshima'. I got the opportunity to unveil a bust of Mahatma Gandhi during my visit to Japan for the G7 Summit. Today, the world is suffering from climate change and terrorism," he added.

Kickstarting the second day of the G7 summit in the Japanese city of Hiroshima, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi, who is revered as the "father of the nation" in India. 

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PM Narendra Modi praised Japan on the successful presidency of G7. He also expressed his gratitude for being invited to the summit and recalled Japanese PM Fumio Kishida's visit to India earlier this year. 

"I congratulate you on the successful presidency of G7. I also want to thank you for inviting India to the G7 Summit. Your (PM Kishida) visit to India was a memorable one. It is a delightful moment for me as the Bodhi tree I gifted you has been planted by you in Hiroshima, I believe India-Japan relations will grow with the growth of this tree," he said. 

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida welcomed PM Narendra Modi to Hiroshima on Saturday. Watch their warm interaction: 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida in the city of Hiroshima on Saturday. The leaders "discussed ways to enhance India-Japan friendship across different sectors including trade, economy and culture," according to a tweet by PMO India.

US President Joe Biden on Friday endorsed plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets, according to two people familiar with the matter, as he huddled with allies at the Group of Seven summit on how to bolster support for Kyiv against Russia’s invasion.

The people, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss Biden’s private conversations with allies, said he announced he had approved the training, which is likely to be conducted in Europe over the coming months, during a meeting of G7 leaders in Hiroshima, where the leaders also announced new sanctions on Moscow in advance of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joining them at the summit on Sunday.

Biden told the leaders that decisions on when, how many, and who will provide the fourth-generation fighter jets for Ukraine to use in battle will be made in the months ahead while the training is underway.

Zelenskyy has consistently called for the supply of Western fighter jets to bolster his country’s defenses against Russia’s 15-month invasion, but has until now faced skepticism from the U.S. Under export licensing rules, the U.S. needed to sign-off on any allied effort to train Ukrainian pilots.

European allies in recent weeks have warmed up to the notion of sending fighter jets to Ukraine, as have elements of Biden’s Cabinet, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who has emerged as a staunch advocate within the administration.

(as reported by AP)

A Buddhist monk from Japan named Toyoshige Sekiguchi on Friday staged a protest outside the G7 International Media Centre in Hiroshima. Holding a placard, Toyoshige Sekiguchi urged world leaders for shunning the use of nuclear weapons.

Speaking about the Hiroshima tragedy, he said, “In 1945, August 6, one atomic bomb was dropped in Hiroshima. Many people died and so we don’t like any more tragedy in other countries in the world. So, I will go to the G20 summit in New Delhi for abolishing nuclear weapons.”

(Image: ANI)

Toyoshige Sekiguchi said that he will travel to New Delhi for praying and hoped of travelling to India for attending the G20 Summit in September. He called Mahatma Gandhi a “very important person” in the world. In his message, Toyoshige Sekiguchi said, “we should live in peace.”

PM Modi in Hiroshima on Saturday:

1. Five Bilaterals meetings with:

• Japan
• South Korea
• France
• Ukraine
• Vietnam

2. PM Modi will also attend working session 6 & 7 of the G7 Summit

3. PM Modi will also attend the QUAD meeting with his counterparts from USA, Japan & Australia.

4. PM Modi will also unveil the bust of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet Ukraine President Volodomyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. 

PM Modi will hold the bilateral meeting with Zelenskyy at 2.20 PM IST (5.50 PM JST) on Saturday.

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy spoke in Saudi Arabia before his planned trip to the G7 in Hiroshima, he made "a direct appeal from here to protect the Ukrainian people."

"We must unite to save the Ukrainians from Russian aggression and illegal annexations by Russia," he told the Arab League Summit. "I thank Saudi Arabia for its respectful position, that the Ukrainian people are the people of true peace."

The discussions on the theme of "diplomacy and security" during the G7 leaders' dinner have concluded. The topics likely included the situation in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically focusing on China, as well as the obstacles related to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.

It is believed that Japanese Prime Minister Kishida, in his capacity as the G7 Chair, emphasised Japan's firm position against accepting any unilateral alterations to the existing state of affairs through the use of force. He also expressed optimism about collaborating with other G7 nations to achieve a free and open Indo-Pacific.

During an interview with Japanese media house Nikkei Asia, PM Modi said that India will "amplify the voices and concerns of the Global South," the term used for third world countries which have diverse economic, political and cultural influence. 

Reflecting on the subjects of climate, supply chains and technology that will be at the centre in the G7 summit, PM Modi told Nikkei Asia, "I will emphasise India's role as a reliable partner in addressing these challenges," and that New Delhi's experience would "resonate strongly at the meeting." "We now see a growing convergence in our political, strategic, security, and economic interests," he said, underscoring similarities between the economies of the Global South. 

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Who is attending the 2023 G7 summit?

• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, United Kingdom
• Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Germany
• Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Canada
• President Emmanuel Macron, France
• Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Italy
• Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Japan
• President Joe Biden, United States
• Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
• Charles Michel, President of the European Council

Invited countries include:

• Australia
• Brazil
• Comoros (African Union Chair)
• Cook Islands
• India
• Indonesia
• Korea
• Vietnam

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Hiroshima for a meeting with G7 leaders. His tour to Japan was part of his three-nation tour. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India always stands on the side of Peace as he discusses India's security alliances. "India stands on the side of peace and will remain firmly there," the Prime Minister asserted during an interview with the Japanese news outlet Nikkei Asia. "New Delhi has never wedded itself to security alliances. Instead, we engage with a wide range of friends and like-minded partners around the world based on our national interests," he added. He also talked about the credibility of the UNSC. "The credibility of the U.N. Security Council and its decision-making process will always be questioned if it continues to deny representation on a permanent basis to the world's largest democracy, as well as entire continents like Africa and Latin America," he asserted. "India is fully prepared and committed to protect its sovereignty and dignity," he added. 

As the leaders of the Group of seven leaders head for a working dinner, the third session of the summit being organised in Hiroshima commences. According to NHK World, the session will involve  discussions of "diplomacy and security." In the meeting, the participants are expected to focus on the situation in the Indo-Pacific region encompassing China, as well as nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation.

After the G7 leaders condemned Russia's "Unprovoked war" on Ukraine, reports are emerging that the leaders will now pay a visit to the island of Miyajima. The island of Miyajima is home to Itsukushima Shinto Shrine and its famous seagirt torii gate which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Earlier today, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno Hirokazu said that the government has prepared exhibits at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum for the leaders to see, this way the leaders "could effectively touch on the reality of the 1945 atomic bombing".

Hiroshima's famous Grand Torii Gate (located at the Itsukushima Shinto Shrine in Miyajima) stands 16 meters tall and is one of the largest in Japan, Image: AP

Following the meeting conducted in the Japanese city of Hiroshima, the Group of seven leaders issued a statement on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the current Ukraine crisis.  "At our meeting today in Hiroshima, we, the Leaders of the G7, reaffirmed our commitment to stand together against Russia’s illegal, unjustifiable, and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. We condemn, in the strongest terms, Russia’s manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations (UN) and the impact of Russia’s war on the rest of the world. 15 months of Russia’s aggression has cost thousands of lives, inflicted immense suffering on the people of Ukraine, and imperilled access to food and energy for many of the world’s most vulnerable people," the statement reads. "We express our full sympathy and condolences to the Ukrainian people for their loss and suffering. We salute the Ukrainian people for their brave resistance. Our support for Ukraine will not waver. We will not tire in our commitment to mitigate the impact of Russia’s illegal actions on the rest of the world," it further added. 

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak shared more visuals from the G7 summit that is being organised in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. In the photographs, the British Prime Minister can be seen with all smiles as he sat with the US President Joe Biden and the Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni along with other international delegations. "Today we redouble our efforts to defend the values of freedom, democracy and tolerance #G7," Sunak wrote on Twitter. 

As Japan welcomes the leaders of the G7 to Hiroshima, they had a dialogue with the atomic bomb survivors at the Peace Memorial Museum. 

Taking to Twitter, Japan's PM shared a glimpse of the meeting taking place in Hiroshima, where the G7 leaders discussed the "situation in Ukraine".

According to the UK PM Rishi Sunak, who has been attending the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, has decided to seize the opportunity to focus on three things: 

• Boost economic growth
• Show Putin that the G7 stands by Ukraine
• Bolster peace and security in the Indo-Pacific

As Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden reach Japan to participate in the G7 summit for the next three days, Potus has shared the thought of President Biden: "The bottom line is that when our countries stand together, WE STAND STRONGER. And I believe the whole world is safer when we do."

As the G7 summit meeting kickstarted in Hiroshima, UK's PM Rishi Sunak has shown its solidarity with Ukraine. While condemning Russia on the social media platform, Rishi Sunak tweeted and wrote, " Ensuring Ukraine wins is the most important thing we can do for global peace and security. We are banning all imports of Russian diamonds, copper, aluminium and nickel. Sanctions are having a clear impact on degrading Putin’s war effort. The G7 stands united with (Ukraine)." 

On May 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from India to attend the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, as per ANI reports. It is to be noted that after completing his visit to Japan, he would be visiting Papua New Guinea and Australia. India will be participating in the G7 summit as a guest country.  During his visit, PM Modi is likely to hold a series of bilateral meetings with G7 leaders to boost ties, including with Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The Prime Minister would also be unveiling a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima.

According to the PM's Office of Japan, the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada meets the Japanese PM Kishida in the summit meeting on May 19, the first day of the G7 summit. 

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will be attending Hiroshima Summit in person on May 21, as per multiple media reports.  Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defence Council, has given a confirmation on national television that Zelenskyy would be attending the summit.

“We were sure that our president would be where Ukraine needed him, in any part of the world, to solve the issue of stability of our country,” said Danilov. Further, he added, “There will be very important matters decided there, so physical presence is a crucial thing to defend our interests”.

As the UK PM Rishi Sunak with his wife arrived in Japan for the G7 summit, he thanked the Japanese Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida. Taking to Twitter, he wrote, " Thank you @kishida230 for such a warm welcome to the @G7. It was deeply moving to visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park which holds such significance. This Summit carries the weight of history and it’s important that we learn from the past, including from its darkest moments." 

At the G7 Hiroshima Summit, the first session has started and the theme is  "Towards an international community of cooperation rather than division and confrontation."

Kishida shares the video on his official Twitter account where all the G7 leaders can be seen laying wreaths at the Peace Memorial Park.

Ursula von der Leyen visits and lays a wreath at the Hiroshima Memorial Park. Taking to Twitter, she wrote," What happened in Hiroshima continues to haunt humanity. Here we remember the terrible cost of war. And we are reminded of our duty to preserve peace." 

In Japan's Hiroshima, Toyoshige Sekiguchi, the Buddhist monk says, "On 6th August 1945, one atom bomb dropped in Hiroshima and so many people died. We don't want any more tragedy...Shanti se rahna chahiye." According to the local news outlet, he is standing outside the G7 international media centre in Hiroshima with a placard, holding a unique protest. The Buddhist monk is urging world leaders for world peace & shun the use of nuclear weapons. "In 1945, an atom bomb was dropped in Hiroshima, so many people died. We don't want any more tragedy..," said Toyoshige. 

After the family photo was taken, the G7 leaders take part in a sapling planting ceremony at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan.
 

After G7 leaders laid wreaths, they were seen posing for a 'family photo' at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. 

G7 leaders lay wreaths at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. The visit by world leaders to a park depicts preserving reminders of Aug. 6, 1945, when a U.S. B-29 dropped an atomic bomb over Hiroshima, provided a striking backdrop to the start of the summit. An estimated 140,000 people were killed in the attack, and a fast-dwindling number of now-elderly survivors have ensured that Hiroshima has become synonymous with anti-nuclear peace efforts.

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida welcomes him and other G7 leaders.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida welcomes him and other G7 leaders.

US President Joe Biden with the US first lady, Jill Biden, reaches the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida welcomes him and other G7 leaders.

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio held a summit meeting with Italian President Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima. The two leaders discussed the situation in East Asia and affirmed to continue to coordinate closely in addressing issues related to China, and in dealing with North Korea, including nuclear and missile issues as well as the abductions issue.

Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio met with United States President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima. Both leaders have taken part in Japan-US Summit Meeting. The two leaders exchanged views on regional issues, on the basis of the recognition that any unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force in the Indo-Pacific region, especially in East Asia, must not be tolerated.

US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and French President Emmanuel Macron have reached at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan on Friday, according to AP. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida welcomed and the leaders posed for the pictures. For the visit to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, US President Joe Biden was accompanied by his wife Jill Biden. While UK PM Rishi Sunak has come with his wife Akshata Murty visited Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (Genbaku Dome) - the only structure left standing in the area, depicting the aftermath where the world's first atomic bomb was dropped on the city on August 6, 1945. Here are the photos of the global leaders at the memorial:

At the G7 summit, which began in Hiroshima, the leaders of the G7 will be exchanging views on important challenges the international community is facing at that time, such as the global economy, regional affairs and various global issues, and issue a document as an outcome of such discussions. The main issues to be addressed during the eight working sessions are:

• Russia's aggression against Ukraine
• Engagement with international partners
• Nuclear disarmament and Non-Proliferation
• Economic resilience and Security
• Climate, Energy and Environment
• Food, Health and evelopment

According to the Japan's PM office, the two leaders met for Japan-UK Leader’s Working Dinner on May 18. Both countries' leaders acknowledged rapidly increased closeness in 6 months.  They have also issued the Japan-UK Hiroshima Accord. Both, Japan and UK aim to enhance the global strategic partnership. During the meeting, Prime Minister Kishida stated that, at the G7 Hiroshima Summit, he would like to demonstrate G7’s determination to uphold and reinforce the free and open international order based on the rule of law and explained Japan’s views on the Summit as the Presidency, as per the press statement released by Japan's PM office. Further, the two leaders affirmed to continue to work together closely towards the success of the G7 Hiroshima Summit.

The G7 Summit has begun in Japan on May 19 and the leaders from the different countries arrived in the country.  The G7 Summit is an annual international forum for the leaders of the G7 member states of France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Italy, and Canada (in order of rotating presidency), and the European Union (EU).

At the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Prime Minister Modi will speak at G7 sessions with partner countries on subjects such as peace, stability and prosperity of a sustainable planet; food, fertiliser and energy security; health; gender equality; climate change and environment; resilient infrastructure; and development cooperation.