PM Modi Pitches New Global South Connectivity Framework At G7 Summit

PM Modi proposed a Global Skills Partnership and the IMPACT framework at the G7, pitching stronger trade and connectivity ties.a

PM Modi also pitched a new initiative called the International Mobilisation Partnership for Accelerating Connectivity and Trade.

Source : ANI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday proposed two major international initiatives at the G7 Summit, calling for a Global Skills Partnership and a new framework to strengthen connectivity and trade across the Global South. Addressing an outreach session in Evian-les-Bains, France, Modi said ageing societies in developed countries and the youthful workforce of nations such as India present a natural opportunity for cooperation. He urged G7 members to work with Global South countries on skilled mobility, infrastructure development and economic integration, arguing that growth must be inclusive and benefit all stakeholders.

Like the vision of IMEC, can we work on connectivity projects with countries in Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands?

By combining G7 capital, India’s talent and the ownership of Global South countries, we may also consider establishing an International Mobilisation…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 17, 2026

Skills First

Highlighting the demographic contrast between developed economies and emerging nations, Modi said many countries are facing ageing populations while India and several Global South nations possess a large pool of young talent, entrepreneurship and skills.

To bridge this gap, he proposed the creation of a Global Skills Partnership focused on skill mapping and trusted mobility of skilled workers. According to Modi, such cooperation could help meet labour market demands in developed nations while creating opportunities for skilled professionals from developing economies.

Speaking at a session titled “Reviving a Balanced, Shared and Sustainable Economic Growth for All”, the Prime Minister stressed that economic progress should not be measured solely through GDP figures or trade volumes.

“The real question is-growth for whom, with whom and in what direction?” he said.

Connectivity Push

Modi also pitched a new initiative called the International Mobilisation Partnership for Accelerating Connectivity and Trade (IMPACT). The proposed framework would seek to combine G7 capital, India’s talent base and the ownership of Global South countries to deliver infrastructure and connectivity projects.

Drawing parallels with the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), he suggested exploring similar projects in Africa, Latin America and the Pacific Islands. The IMEC initiative was announced on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi in 2023 and aims to improve connectivity between Asia, the Middle East and Europe through integrated transport networks.

Although progress on IMEC has been slowed by instability in the Middle East, Modi indicated that its broader vision could serve as a model for future international partnerships.