Leaders on Canada’s expanded G7 guest list to tackle climate, economy and security

OTTAWA — Canada is bringing the world to Alberta for the G7 leaders summit in Kananaskis.

As summit host, Prime Minister Mark Carney can invite any leaders he chooses — even those from countries outside the G7 club — as he attempts to shape Canada’s foreign policy and global geopolitics.

When asked on June 7 to explain how Canada decided on the list of non-G7 leaders to invite, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the government was seeking a discussion of “very serious issues that affect the global economy and the geostrategic environment.”

Here’s a closer look at the names on Carney’s guest list.

Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

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