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G7: Japan

Leaders of the G7 nations meet in Hiroshima to discuss sanctions, the war in Ukraine, relations with China, climate strategy, economic coercion, dealings with the Global South, and the rapid development of AI

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G7’s renewal marks a new era defined by superpower rivalry
As in the cold war, the US is rallying democratic allies in Europe and Asia for a generational struggle
Under Japan’s presidency, the G7 will defend the rule of law
‘Russia’s aggression against Ukraine is not only a matter of European security’
G7’s relevance cemented by G20’s dysfunction
America has taken a shine to forum - not as a way to thrash out global solutions, but as a body of like-minded leading nations able to agree a united front
G7 prioritises ‘de-risking’ China links over ‘decoupling’
Striking the right balance between national security and economic interests is a challenge likely to weigh heavily during the summit
G7 claims success with price cap that keeps Russian oil flowing
Coalition believes it has succeeded in hitting Kremlin revenues
AI will test faith in democracy, Tokyo warns
Taro Kono, Japan’s digital minister, says elections could be targeted by ‘malicious elements’

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