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<p>Italian automaker DR Automobiles has been hit with a substantial fine of 6 million euros (approximately USD 6.4 million) by Italy's Antitrust Authority (AGCM) for misleading consumers about the origin of its DR and EVO car models. The company, based in the southern Italian region of Molise, assembles low-cost vehicles, including electric models, using components imported from Chinese manufacturers Chery, JAC, and BAIC.</p>

<p>The AGCM found that DR Automobiles marketed its DR and EVO brand cars as "made in Italy" products, when in fact, they are predominantly manufactured in China. The company's role in Italy is limited to minor finishing touches and assembly operations.</p>

<p>In response to the ruling, DR Automobiles has announced its intention to appeal the decision. The company's founder, Massimo Di Risio, expressed disbelief at the ruling, stating that they had never claimed their cars were entirely manufactured in Italy. Di Risio affirmed their commitment to challenging the decision, expressing confidence in overturning it completely.</p>

<p>Despite the controversy, DR Automobiles has revealed plans to expand its operations at its Macchia d'Isernia facility in Italy. The company aims to develop a new production plant to aid in the creation of new models.</p>

<p>This case is part of a broader trend in Italy, where authorities have been taking a firm stance on country-of-origin issues in the automotive sector. For instance, Stellantis recently removed the Italian flag from the rear bumpers of its Polish-produced Fiat 600 after facing accusations of misleading consumers about the vehicle's origin.</p>

<p>The fine imposed on DR Automobiles also addressed issues with its spare parts and after-sales service. The AGCM found that the company's DR Service &amp; Parts unit failed to provide an adequate supply of spare parts and satisfactory after-sales service, potentially infringing on consumer rights.</p>

<p>In response to these concerns, DR Automobiles reported improvements in its spare parts delivery times, citing an average of just over two days in the first quarter of 2024. The company and its spare parts unit have been given 60 days to communicate the steps they will take to address the issues identified by the authority.</p>

<p>This case unfolds against the backdrop of rising tensions between China and the European Union over car imports. The EU is considering implementing tariffs to protect its domestic production from what it perceives as unfair Chinese competition in the electric vehicle market.&nbsp;</p>


Italian automaker DR Automobiles has been hit with a substantial fine of 6 million euros (approximately USD 6.4 million) by Italy's Antitrust Authority (AGCM) for misleading consumers about the origin of its DR and EVO car models.

Italian automaker DR Automobiles has been hit with a substantial fine of 6 million euros (approximately USD 6.4 million) by Italy's Antitrust Authority (AGCM) for misleading consumers about the origin of its DR and EVO car models. The company, based in the southern Italian region of Molise, assembles low-cost vehicles, including electric models, using components imported from Chinese manufacturers Chery, JAC, and BAIC. The AGCM found that DR Automobiles marketed its DR and EVO brand cars as "made in Italy" products, when in fact, they are predominantly manufactured in China. The company's role in Italy is limited to minor finishing touches and assembly operations. In response to the ruling, DR Automobiles has announced its intention to appeal the decision. The company's founder, Massimo Di Risio, expressed disbelief at the ruling, stating that they had never claimed their cars were entirely manufactured in Italy. Di Risio affirmed their commitment to challenging the decision, expressing confidence in overturning it completely. Despite the controversy, DR Automobiles has revealed plans to expand its operations at its Macchia d'Isernia facility in Italy. The company aims to develop a new production plant to aid in the creation of new models. This case is part of a broader trend in Italy, where authorities have been taking a firm stance on country-of-origin issues in the automotive sector. For instance, Stellantis recently removed the Italian flag from the rear bumpers of its Polish-produced Fiat 600 after facing accusations of misleading consumers about the vehicle's origin. The fine imposed on DR Automobiles also addressed issues with its spare parts and after-sales service. The AGCM found that the company's DR Service & Parts unit failed to provide an adequate supply of spare parts and satisfactory after-sales service, potentially infringing on consumer rights. In response to these concerns, DR Automobiles reported improvements in its spare parts delivery times, citing an average of just over two days in the first quarter of 2024. The company and its spare parts unit have been given 60 days to communicate the steps they will take to address the issues identified by the authority. This case unfolds against the backdrop of rising tensions between China and the European Union over car imports. The EU is considering implementing tariffs to protect its domestic production from what it perceives as unfair Chinese competition in the electric vehicle market.

Italy's DR Automobiles fined for misleading over Chinese-origin cars

<p>An Indian farm labourer, Satnam Singh, succumbed to his injuries in a hospital on Wednesday (June 19) after being abandoned by the roadside with a severed hand, an injury sustained while working on a farm in Latina, Italy, about 50 km from Rome.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Satnam Singh’s arm was reportedly severed during a work accident. Instead of receiving immediate medical attention, he was dumped near his house. This incident has been condemned by Italy’s Labour Minister Marina Calderone as an "act of barbarity."</p>

<p>The Indian Embassy in Italy confirmed Singh’s death and announced the tragic development on its official social media account, stating, "The Embassy is aware of the very unfortunate demise of an Indian national in Latina, Italy. We are in contact with local authorities. Efforts are underway to contact the family and provide consular assistance."</p>

<p>Addressing the Italian parliament, Minister Calderones said, "The Indian agricultural worker who suffered a serious accident in the countryside of Latina and was abandoned in very serious conditions...has died."</p>

<p>Reports indicate that Satnam, approximately 31 years old, was working without legal papers.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He was injured on Monday (June 17) while cutting hay, accidentally severing his arm in a slicing machine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to local sources, it was Singh's wife and friends who alerted the police, following which an air ambulance was dispatched to his residence.</p>

<p>The opposition Democratic Party of Italy also criticised the conditions under which Singh was forced to work.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India-Italy move forward in ‘Melodi’ era with approval of key migration and mobility pact</strong></p>

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<p>In a Facebook post, the party said they stand in solidarity with Singh's family, stating, "As the Democratic Party we are close to Satnam Singh's wife and all his loved ones, aware that the profound pain of separation associates the dramatic awareness of the double violence suffered."</p>

<p>This event has sparked a conversation about the treatment of undocumented workers and the conditions they endure while working in Italy.</p>

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An Indian farm labourer, Satnam Singh, succumbed to his injuries in a hospital on Wednesday (June 19) after being abandoned by the roadside with a severed hand, an injury sustained while working on a farm in Latina, Italy, about 50 km from Rome.

An Indian farm labourer, Satnam Singh, succumbed to his injuries in a hospital on Wednesday (June 19) after being abandoned by the roadside with a severed hand, an injury sustained while working on a farm in Latina, Italy, about 50 km from Rome. Satnam Singh’s arm was reportedly severed during a work accident. Instead of receiving immediate medical attention, he was dumped near his house. This incident has been condemned by Italy’s Labour Minister Marina Calderone as an "act of barbarity." The Indian Embassy in Italy confirmed Singh’s death and announced the tragic development on its official social media account, stating, "The Embassy is aware of the very unfortunate demise of an Indian national in Latina, Italy. We are in contact with local authorities. Efforts are underway to contact the family and provide consular assistance." Addressing the Italian parliament, Minister Calderones said, "The Indian agricultural worker who suffered a serious accident in the countryside of Latina and was abandoned in very serious conditions...has died." Reports indicate that Satnam, approximately 31 years old, was working without legal papers. Also read | India and Italy strengthen ties with Indo-Mediterranean initiative He was injured on Monday (June 17) while cutting hay, accidentally severing his arm in a slicing machine. According to local sources, it was Singh's wife and friends who alerted the police, following which an air ambulance was dispatched to his residence. The opposition Democratic Party of Italy also criticised the conditions under which Singh was forced to work. Also watch | India-Italy move forward in ‘Melodi’ era with approval of key migration and mobility pact × In a Facebook post, the party said they stand in solidarity with Singh's family, stating, "As the Democratic Party we are close to Satnam Singh's wife and all his loved ones, aware that the profound pain of separation associates the dramatic awareness of the double violence suffered." This event has sparked a conversation about the treatment of undocumented workers and the conditions they endure while working in Italy. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian farm worker in Italy dies after employer dumps him on roadside with severed arm

<p>As India-Italy ties grow, a new initiative has been announced, the Indo-Mediterranean Initiative (IMI), to further the momentum. Announced at the two-day India Forum 2024 in Rome, the IMI aims to study, support, and promote the burgeoning India-Italy partnership.</p>

<p>The initiative will also place a special emphasis on the India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor (IMEC), an economic project unveiled at the G20 summit in New Delhi in September 2023.</p>

<p>Senator Giulio Terzi di Sant’Agata, former Italian Foreign Minister and President of the India-Italy Parliamentary Friendship Group, will lead the initiative. Speaking at the forum, Senator Terzi emphasised the significance of IMEC, stating, "Everyone was unanimously convinced that IMEC, the Economic Corridor launched by the Indian Presidency of the last G20 which saw Italy among the very first signatories, will be much more than an infrastructure project.”</p>

<p>The forum, organised by Vas Shenoy, Chief Representative for Italy of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), featured a diverse lineup of speakers. Amb. Francesco Taló, former diplomatic advisor to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during her visit to India in 2023, highlighted Italy's strategic role.</p>

<p>“I was very happy and proud to be present and be a part of the strategic initiative, which has seen Italy be a protagonist in the international scene not only with India but also the UAE and other countries,” he said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putins-first-visit-to-n-korea-in-24-yrs-what-it-signifies-and-why-is-west-worried-732620">Putin's first visit to N Korea in 24 yrs: What it signifies and why is&nbsp;west&nbsp;worried?</a></strong></p>

<p>Additional speakers included James Jay Carafano from the Heritage Foundation and Kaush Arha from Stanford University, who provided insights on the US and geopolitical contexts. The event also saw participation from Italy's leading think tanks and universities, with strategic support from Formiche, Italy’s premier geopolitical platform. Italian Ambassador to India, Vincenzo de Luca, and Sanjeev Sanyal, member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, sent video messages endorsing the initiative.</p>

<p>The forum also hosted the ICC Italy-India Business Forum, inaugurated by Maria Tripodi, Under Secretary of State for External Affairs and International Cooperation, Italy. Among the key guests were India’s new envoy to Italy, Amb. Vani Rao, Senator Terzi di Sant’Agata, and Italy’s ambassador-designate to India, Antonio Bartoli.</p>

<p>Ameya Prabhu, ICC President, underscored the importance of trust in international trade and business. “The Italy-India relationship is important for global peace, security, and progress and to conduct trade and business trust is an essential commodity,” he stated.</p>

<p>The event concluded with representatives from the India-Italy parliamentary friendship group, including Sen. Marco Scurria, Sen. Matteo Gelmetti, and Naike Gruppioni, along with members of Italian institutions and a delegation of 30 companies from the ICC.</p>

<p>India-Italy ties have seen a high level engagement, including visit by PM Modi last week to the country to attend the G7 summit, and last year, the visit of Italian PM Meloni to India twice, first for a bilateral visit and then to attend the G20 summit.&nbsp;</p>


As India-Italy ties grow, a new initiative has been announced, the Indo-Mediterranean Initiative (IMI), to further the momentum. Announced at the two-day India Forum 2024 in Rome, the IMI aims to study, support, and promote the burgeoning India-Italy partnership.

As India-Italy ties grow, a new initiative has been announced, the Indo-Mediterranean Initiative (IMI), to further the momentum. Announced at the two-day India Forum 2024 in Rome, the IMI aims to study, support, and promote the burgeoning India-Italy partnership. The initiative will also place a special emphasis on the India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor (IMEC), an economic project unveiled at the G20 summit in New Delhi in September 2023. Senator Giulio Terzi di Sant’Agata, former Italian Foreign Minister and President of the India-Italy Parliamentary Friendship Group, will lead the initiative. Speaking at the forum, Senator Terzi emphasised the significance of IMEC, stating, "Everyone was unanimously convinced that IMEC, the Economic Corridor launched by the Indian Presidency of the last G20 which saw Italy among the very first signatories, will be much more than an infrastructure project.” The forum, organised by Vas Shenoy, Chief Representative for Italy of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), featured a diverse lineup of speakers. Amb. Francesco Taló, former diplomatic advisor to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during her visit to India in 2023, highlighted Italy's strategic role. “I was very happy and proud to be present and be a part of the strategic initiative, which has seen Italy be a protagonist in the international scene not only with India but also the UAE and other countries,” he said. Also read: Putin's first visit to N Korea in 24 yrs: What it signifies and why is west worried? Additional speakers included James Jay Carafano from the Heritage Foundation and Kaush Arha from Stanford University, who provided insights on the US and geopolitical contexts. The event also saw participation from Italy's leading think tanks and universities, with strategic support from Formiche, Italy’s premier geopolitical platform. Italian Ambassador to India, Vincenzo de Luca, and Sanjeev Sanyal, member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, sent video messages endorsing the initiative. The forum also hosted the ICC Italy-India Business Forum, inaugurated by Maria Tripodi, Under Secretary of State for External Affairs and International Cooperation, Italy. Among the key guests were India’s new envoy to Italy, Amb. Vani Rao, Senator Terzi di Sant’Agata, and Italy’s ambassador-designate to India, Antonio Bartoli. Ameya Prabhu, ICC President, underscored the importance of trust in international trade and business. “The Italy-India relationship is important for global peace, security, and progress and to conduct trade and business trust is an essential commodity,” he stated. The event concluded with representatives from the India-Italy parliamentary friendship group, including Sen. Marco Scurria, Sen. Matteo Gelmetti, and Naike Gruppioni, along with members of Italian institutions and a delegation of 30 companies from the ICC. India-Italy ties have seen a high level engagement, including visit by PM Modi last week to the country to attend the G7 summit, and last year, the visit of Italian PM Meloni to India twice, first for a bilateral visit and then to attend the G20 summit.

India and Italy strengthen ties with Indo-Mediterranean initiative

<p>World leaders gathered for the two-day Ukraine peace summit at a Swiss Alpine resort over the weekend slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin and the terms he recently set out to stop the war. Kyiv has sought to use the second day of the major summit to pursue a broad consensus on condemning the Russian invasion and underscoring concerns about the human cost of the ongoing war.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>World leaders slam Putin</strong></h2>

<p>Leaders and representatives from more than 90 countries gathered at the Burgenstock resort in a show of support for Kyiv, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought to rally support for an international agreement around a proposal to end the war that he could present to Russia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ahead of the summit on Friday (Jun 14), <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-slams-wests-hypocrisy-sets-out-conditions-for-peace-talks-with-ukraine-731812">Putin slammed the West</a> and accused it of undermining global strategic stability.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said that Russia would be ready for ceasefire talks “tomorrow” if Ukrainian troops withdrew from the four regions claimed by Moscow, and Kyiv gave up its plans to join NATO.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“So far, the West has been ignoring our interests. While they forbid Kyiv to negotiate, they hypocritically call on us to start some sort of negotiations. It just looks idiotic,” said the Russian president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The proposal was swiftly rejected by Kyiv and its allies.</p>

<p>Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called the Russian president’s plan “propaganda” that effectively suggested that Ukraine “must withdraw from Ukraine.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called it “dictatorial peace.”</p>

<p>The United States,&nbsp;represented by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-ukraine-peace-summit-us-vice-prez-harris-announces-over-15-billion-in-aid-for-kyiv-732128">Vice President Kamala Harris</a> – a decision that had riled Kyiv – said that Putin is essentially calling for surrender.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She added, “Let nothing about the end of this war be decided without Ukraine.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, on Saturday, said Putin “made a mistake” by not attending the summit considering half of the United Nations was present.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“And the fact that Putin yesterday came out with this silly peace proposal shows you that he is clearly panicking. So that’s good news,” Rutte told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Kyiv seeks broad consensus</strong></h2>

<p>Most countries gathered have voiced strong support for Ukraine and demanded peace, while others have criticised Russia’s exclusion from the summit and warned Kyiv that it might need to compromise if it wanted to end the war.</p>

<p>The summit, which did not see participation from China and was called a waste of time by Russia, comes as Ukrainian forces have faced a series of setbacks on the frontline and the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza has diverted the world’s attention from Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A draft of the final summit declaration seen by Reuters refers to the Russian invasion as “war,” a label that Moscow has rejected, and calls for Ukraine’s control over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant and its Azov Sea ports to be restored.</p>

<p>The talks on Sunday (Jun 16), will be focused on pursuing a joint position on the need for nuclear and food security, and the return of prisoners of war and children removed from Ukraine amid the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The draft communique, dated June 13, calls for all illegally deported children sent to Russia and Russian-occupied territory to be returned. It remains to be seen how many countries will back a final joint declaration.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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World leaders gathered for the two-day Ukraine peace summit at a Swiss Alpine resort over the weekend slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin and the terms he recently set out to stop the war.

World leaders gathered for the two-day Ukraine peace summit at a Swiss Alpine resort over the weekend slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin and the terms he recently set out to stop the war. Kyiv has sought to use the second day of the major summit to pursue a broad consensus on condemning the Russian invasion and underscoring concerns about the human cost of the ongoing war. World leaders slam Putin Leaders and representatives from more than 90 countries gathered at the Burgenstock resort in a show of support for Kyiv, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought to rally support for an international agreement around a proposal to end the war that he could present to Russia. Ahead of the summit on Friday (Jun 14), Putin slammed the West and accused it of undermining global strategic stability. He also said that Russia would be ready for ceasefire talks “tomorrow” if Ukrainian troops withdrew from the four regions claimed by Moscow, and Kyiv gave up its plans to join NATO. “So far, the West has been ignoring our interests. While they forbid Kyiv to negotiate, they hypocritically call on us to start some sort of negotiations. It just looks idiotic,” said the Russian president. The proposal was swiftly rejected by Kyiv and its allies. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called the Russian president’s plan “propaganda” that effectively suggested that Ukraine “must withdraw from Ukraine.” Meanwhile, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called it “dictatorial peace.” The United States, represented by Vice President Kamala Harris – a decision that had riled Kyiv – said that Putin is essentially calling for surrender. She added, “Let nothing about the end of this war be decided without Ukraine.” Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, on Saturday, said Putin “made a mistake” by not attending the summit considering half of the United Nations was present. “And the fact that Putin yesterday came out with this silly peace proposal shows you that he is clearly panicking. So that’s good news,” Rutte told reporters. Kyiv seeks broad consensus Most countries gathered have voiced strong support for Ukraine and demanded peace, while others have criticised Russia’s exclusion from the summit and warned Kyiv that it might need to compromise if it wanted to end the war. The summit, which did not see participation from China and was called a waste of time by Russia, comes as Ukrainian forces have faced a series of setbacks on the frontline and the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza has diverted the world’s attention from Kyiv. A draft of the final summit declaration seen by Reuters refers to the Russian invasion as “war,” a label that Moscow has rejected, and calls for Ukraine’s control over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant and its Azov Sea ports to be restored. The talks on Sunday (Jun 16), will be focused on pursuing a joint position on the need for nuclear and food security, and the return of prisoners of war and children removed from Ukraine amid the war. The draft communique, dated June 13, calls for all illegally deported children sent to Russia and Russian-occupied territory to be returned. It remains to be seen how many countries will back a final joint declaration. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine summit: World leaders slam Putin’s peace terms as Kyiv seeks broad consensus to end war

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for his home country India after concluding his day long visit to Italy during which he attended the G7 summit and held bilateral talks with several world leaders.

G7 Summit Italy: PM Modi calls for an end to monopoly in technology

G7 summit Italy: PM Modi leaves for India after concluding day-long visit to Italy

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G7 Summit Italy: India's PM Modi highlights concerns of global South, leaves key message for leaders

<p>During his address at the G7 Outreach Session&nbsp;on Friday (June 14),&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for an end to the monopoly in technology in order to lay the foundation of an inclusive society. He also called for prioritising the Global South's concerns, particularly Africa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi recalled that it was a matter of honour for India that the African Union (AU) was admitted as a permanent member of the G20 under its presidency.</p>

<p>"In these efforts, we have given high priority to Africa. We are proud that the G-20, under the chairmanship of India, made the African Union a permanent member," he said.</p>

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<p>"India has been contributing to the economic and social development, stability and security of all the countries of Africa, and will continue to do so in the future," PM Modi added.</p>

<p>Calling for an end to the monopoly in technology, in particular on artificial intelligence, he said, "We must make technology creative, not destructive. Only then will we be able to lay the foundation of an inclusive society. India is striving for a better future through this human-centric approach."</p>

<p>He underlined that India was among the few countries that formulated a national strategy on artificial intelligence.</p>

<p>"Based on this strategy, we have launched the AI Mission this year. Its basic mantra is 'AI for All'. As a founding member and lead chair of the global partnership for AI, we are promoting cooperation among all countries," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-g7-leaders-sing-happy-birthday-to-german-chancellor-olaf-scholz-731793">Watch: G7 leaders sing 'Happy Birthday' to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz</a></p>

<h2><strong>Italian PM Meloni greets Indian counterpart Modi with 'namaste'</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in the day, PM Modi was welcomed by his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni to the G7 summit which is being held in Italy's Apulia. He arrived for the summit on Thursday (June 13) late night.</p>

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<p>PM Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron, his British counterpart Rishi Sunak and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 Summit.</p>

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During his address at the G7 Outreach Session on Friday (June 14), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for an end to the monopoly in technology in order to lay the foundation of an inclusive society.

During his address at the G7 Outreach Session on Friday (June 14), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for an end to the monopoly in technology in order to lay the foundation of an inclusive society. He also called for prioritising the Global South's concerns, particularly Africa. PM Modi recalled that it was a matter of honour for India that the African Union (AU) was admitted as a permanent member of the G20 under its presidency. "In these efforts, we have given high priority to Africa. We are proud that the G-20, under the chairmanship of India, made the African Union a permanent member," he said. Spoke at the G7 Outreach Session on AI and Energy, Africa and Mediterranean. Highlighted a wide range of subjects, notably, the wide scale usage of technology for human progress. The rise of technology in various aspects of human life has also reaffirmed the importance of cyber… pic.twitter.com/lafxE4aJos — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 14, 2024 × "India has been contributing to the economic and social development, stability and security of all the countries of Africa, and will continue to do so in the future," PM Modi added. Calling for an end to the monopoly in technology, in particular on artificial intelligence, he said, "We must make technology creative, not destructive. Only then will we be able to lay the foundation of an inclusive society. India is striving for a better future through this human-centric approach." He underlined that India was among the few countries that formulated a national strategy on artificial intelligence. "Based on this strategy, we have launched the AI Mission this year. Its basic mantra is 'AI for All'. As a founding member and lead chair of the global partnership for AI, we are promoting cooperation among all countries," he said. Also read: Watch: G7 leaders sing 'Happy Birthday' to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz Italian PM Meloni greets Indian counterpart Modi with 'namaste' Earlier in the day, PM Modi was welcomed by his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni to the G7 summit which is being held in Italy's Apulia. He arrived for the summit on Thursday (June 13) late night. PM @narendramodi warmly welcomed by the G7 host, PM @GiorgiaMeloni of Italy as he arrived at Borgo Egnazia to participate in the G7 Summit. pic.twitter.com/NTxLGYedGv — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 14, 2024 × PM Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron, his British counterpart Rishi Sunak and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. (With inputs from agencies)

G7 Outreach session: PM Modi calls for ending monopoly in technology

The spouses fo G7 leaders including Fumio Kishida visited the Italian town of Alberobello while the G7 summit is underway. The wife of Japanese Prime Minister was also joined by the wife of European Council President.

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At the just concluded G7 summit, there were many meetings that the world leaders had with each other in Italy but the most eye catching among them have been interactions between Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni and France President Emmanuel Macron. Watch the video to know more.

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In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Watch to know more!

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<p>21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.</p>

<p>Ahead of the resumption of meetings on the summit's second day, United States President Joe Biden called on the leaders to sing for Scholz saying it was the Biden family's tradition.</p>

<p>"It's a tradition of the Biden family, you've got to sing Happy Birthday on the birthday."</p>

<p>Leaders including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke into song, to Scholz's surprise who could be seen beaming with joy throughout the celebration.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/g7-summit-glad-my-first-visit-in-3rd-term-is-to-italy-says-pm-modi-731476">Also read: G7 Summit: 'Glad my first visit in 3rd term is to Italy', says PM Modi</a></p>

<h2><strong>Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, another moment that went viral from the G7 Summit on Thursday (June 13) in Italy's Apulia was when Italian PM Meloni greeted several leaders during the summit with a 'Namaste' gesture.</p>

<p>In the pictures and videos that went viral on social media, Meloni can be seen greeting President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz with folded hands.</p>

<p>Several Indian netizens expressed joy over Meloni accepting and preferring the Indian way of greeting people instead of a handshake.</p>

<p>One of the social media users quipped, "Meloni Namaste karna sikh gayi" (Meloni learnt the Namaste gesture).</p>

<p>The netizens also expressed excitement over Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting as the cheerful friendliness between the two leaders had sparked a social media frenzy in the past as well.</p>

<p>Some netizens believed that this was "Modi's magic". A user wrote, "Eagerly waiting for Modi and Meloni to come together."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Ahead of the resumption of meetings on the summit's second day, United States President Joe Biden called on the leaders to sing for Scholz saying it was the Biden family's tradition. "It's a tradition of the Biden family, you've got to sing Happy Birthday on the birthday." Leaders including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke into song, to Scholz's surprise who could be seen beaming with joy throughout the celebration. × Also read: G7 Summit: 'Glad my first visit in 3rd term is to Italy', says PM Modi Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands Meanwhile, another moment that went viral from the G7 Summit on Thursday (June 13) in Italy's Apulia was when Italian PM Meloni greeted several leaders during the summit with a 'Namaste' gesture. In the pictures and videos that went viral on social media, Meloni can be seen greeting President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz with folded hands. Several Indian netizens expressed joy over Meloni accepting and preferring the Indian way of greeting people instead of a handshake. One of the social media users quipped, "Meloni Namaste karna sikh gayi" (Meloni learnt the Namaste gesture). The netizens also expressed excitement over Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting as the cheerful friendliness between the two leaders had sparked a social media frenzy in the past as well. Some netizens believed that this was "Modi's magic". A user wrote, "Eagerly waiting for Modi and Meloni to come together." (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: G7 leaders sing 'Happy Birthday' to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

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