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Canada Rejects Trump’s Suggestion to Rejoin Russia in G7

Trump’s Idea Met with Disapproval from Canadian Officials

Canada disagrees with U.S. President Donald Trump’s suggestion that Russia rejoin the G7, but Moscow says the idea is a non-starter anyway.

Moscow’s Ambassador to Canada Oleg Stepanov says “Russia has no interest” in joining the Group of Seven, which he calls an “outdated structure.”

Russia used to be part of what was known as the Group of Eight until other members suspended it in 2014 following the invasion of Ukraine.

Canada’s Stance

Canada is chairing the G7 this year and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said this weekend that Canada is firmly opposed to having Russia reinstated in the group.

She spoke after Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland both rejected the idea.

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Trump says that was a mistake and claims the ongoing war might have been prevented if Russia had retained its membership, which he says should now be restored.

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Conclusion

The dispute over Russia’s potential reentry into the G7 highlights the ongoing tensions between the West and Russia, which has been suspended from the group since 2014. While some have suggested that Russia’s return could help to ease the conflict in Ukraine, others argue that it would be a mistake to give the country a seat at the table without significant concessions.

FAQs

What is the G7?
The G7 is a group of seven countries, originally known as the G8, that meet to discuss global economic and political issues.
Why was Russia suspended from the G7?
Russia was suspended from the G7 in 2014 following the invasion of Ukraine.
Will Russia ever be allowed to rejoin the G7?
It is unclear whether Russia will ever be allowed to rejoin the G7, as the decision would depend on the country’s behavior and the views of the other member countries.