Group of Seven (G7)
| Section | Details |
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| Introduction | – The Group of Seven (G7) is a forum of the world’s largest advanced economies. – Established in the 1970s to address economic and financial challenges. – Focuses on global issues including climate change, trade, health, and security. – Represents approximately 40% of global GDP. |
| Objectives | – Economic Policy Coordination: Promote global economic stability and growth. – Global Security: Collaborate on security issues, conflict resolution, and counter-terrorism. – Sustainable Development: Drive climate action and environmental sustainability. – Human Rights and Democracy: Advocate for democratic values and human rights. |
| Members as of 2024 | Total Members: 7 plus the European Union. Member Countries: 1. Canada 2. France 3. Germany 4. Italy 5. Japan 6. United Kingdom 7. United States Observer Member: European Union |
| Reports/Indices | – G7 Gender Equality Implementation Report: Tracks progress on gender equality commitments. – Net Zero Electricity Report: Outlines pathways for achieving net zero emissions in electricity sectors. – Net Zero Heavy Industry Report: Addresses CO₂ reduction in heavy industries. – Economic Outlook Reports: Forecasts and evaluates economic performance of G7 nations. – Climate Risk Disclosure Reports: Guidelines for transparent financial disclosures regarding climate risks. – Digital Transformation Reports: Analyzes the impact of digital policies and innovation on economic growth. |
| Instruments | – Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII): Mobilizes investments for infrastructure in developing countries. – G7 Progress Reports: Annual reports on initiatives such as adaptation, resilience, and climate financing. – Agreements on Trade and Climate: Collaborative frameworks for economic growth and environmental sustainability. |
| Structure | – Annual Summits: Heads of State meet to decide on strategic issues. – Ministerial Meetings: Focused on specific areas like health, environment, and finance. – Sherpa Meetings: Senior officials prepare summit agendas and implement decisions. – G7 Secretariat: Coordinates administrative and operational tasks. |
| Subsidiary Organs | – G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council: Recommends strategies to promote gender equality. – Task Force on Climate Risk Disclosure: Develops guidelines for financial transparency in climate risks. – Digital Transformation Group: Addresses challenges and opportunities in digital innovation and policy. |
| Committees | – Economic Policy Committee: Coordinates on fiscal and economic matters. – Health Committee: Oversees health initiatives and crisis responses. – Technology and Innovation Committee: Promotes collaboration in emerging technologies. – Climate and Environment Committee: Focuses on policies to achieve sustainable development. |
| Initiatives | – Global Food Security Initiative: Addresses malnutrition and promotes food security globally. – Support for Ukraine: Financial and military aid, including a $50 billion loan package. – Climate and Environment Programs: Targets net zero emissions and renewable energy adoption. – Digital Innovation Programs: Promotes technology-driven growth and equitable access to digital resources. – Adaptation and Resilience Collaborative: Develops frameworks to adapt to climate risks and build resilience in vulnerable communities. |
