G7 Summit 2026: China, Trade, and Economic Security
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About The Episode
Economic security has become a major focus ahead of next week's G7 summit in France. A rare call between G7 leaders and China, convened by President Macron, underscores just how central the issue is. Governments are looking for ways to strengthen supply chains, secure access to critical minerals, and reduce economic risks. But at a time of growing geopolitical tensions, can they make meaningful progress? Mathieu Duchâtel of the Institut Montaigne explains why economic security has risen to the top of the agenda, where allies stand on China, and whether this moment can generate results.
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