Overview On 26 March 2026 , S Jaishankar travelled to France to attend the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting, chaired by France. India, though not a member, was invited as a partner country . The agenda centres on the escalating West Asia crisis and the security of the Strait of Hormuz . Key Developments India participates as a partner country alongside Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Brazil. Jaishankar will hold bilateral talks with other foreign ministers on the sidelines of the G7 summit. A dedicated session will examine de‑escalation pathways in West Asia and the reopening of maritime routes. Discussions will also focus on countering Iran’s nuclear and ballistic programme . Important Facts The G7 comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom and United States , with the EU represented as a collective member. The meeting is being held at the Abbaye des‑Vaux‑de‑Cernay on 26‑27 March 2026 . Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the flow of roughly 20% of world oil and LNG . West Asia supplies a significant share of India’s energy imports, making the shipping lane vital for Indian energ