Exciting updates from the G7 Summit - frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, Trudeau's global security efforts, and more!
Global leaders gathered in Apulia, Italy for the G7 Summit, where Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took center stage, emphasizing the need for global security and stability. Meanwhile, Western student Kathleena Henricus represented Canadian youth at the summit, adding a fresh perspective to the discussions. The summit saw a historic deal among G7 leaders to utilize frozen Russian assets, totaling US$50 billion, to support Ukraine's war efforts in a move that garnered significant international attention.
President Zelensky of Ukraine made a powerful impact at the summit, highlighting the urgency of the situation in his country and expressing optimism about important decisions being made. The partnership between US President Joe Biden and Zelensky resulted in a crucial 10-year bilateral agreement to enhance support for Ukraine, signaling a strong commitment to the region's security.
Amidst the diplomatic maneuvers, Canada emerged as a key player, contributing $5 billion towards the G7's initiative to leverage frozen Russian assets for humanitarian aid. The summit concluded with a significant $50 billion loan approved for Ukraine, enabled by the interest earned on frozen Russian central bank assets, further solidifying the G7's solidarity in addressing international crises.
In an extraordinary turn of events, the G7 summit unfolded with unparalleled unity and purpose, showcasing a collective effort to tackle global challenges. As the world closely watches the outcomes of the summit, the agreement on the US$50 billion loan for Ukraine stands out as a beacon of hope in the midst of ongoing conflicts, exemplifying the power of international cooperation and solidarity.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his first day at his eighth G7 Leaders' Summit, this year in Apulia, Italy, where he met with leaders ...
Kathleena Henricus, a fourth-year international relations student at Western, is one of four youth representing Canada at the youth summit ahead of the G7.
G7 leaders reach deal to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine war efforts ... Canada and its G7 allies have reached a deal that would see US$50 billion ...
Le président ukrainien a dit s'attendre «à ce que des décisions importantes soient prises aujourd'hui».
Les dirigeants du G7 réunis jeudi en Italie ont accueilli à bras ouverts le président ukrainien Volodymyr Zelensky.
US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have signed a 10-year bilateral agreement at the G7 summit in Italy.
Les dirigeants du G7 ont accueilli à bras ouverts Volodymyr Zelensky jeudi en Italie, annonçant un prêt de 50 milliards de dollars et un accord sur ...
G7 leaders have agreed to engineer a US$50-billion loan to help Ukraine that would use interest earned on profits from Russia's frozen central bank assets ...
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the other leaders of seven of the world's advanced economies are finalizing a new deal to use frozen Russian assets to help ...
Updates from June 13, 2024: G7 greenlights $50bn loan to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets as war rages on.