While the document affirmed G7’s collective support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity, it did not explicitly call our Russia’s armed aggression — an omission likely made to accommodate Washington’s efforts to improve relations with Moscow.
At the meeting in La Malbaie, Canada, the ministers discussed measures such as capping oil prices, additional support for Ukraine, and using proceeds from Russia’s frozen assets. They condemned military assistance to Moscow from North Korea, Iran, and China, noting that China supplies dual-use goods that help rebuild Russia’s bruised military.
The statement emphasized Ukraine’s right to exist and its sovereignty, independence, and freedom. The group welcomed talks between the United States and Ukraine in Saudi Arabia on March 11 as part of efforts to secure a ceasefire.
“G7 members called on Russia to reciprocate by agreeing to a ceasefire on equal terms and implementing it in full,” the document said.
“They stressed that any ceasefire must be adhered to and underlined the need for robust security measures to guarantee that Ukraine can deter and defend against any further acts of aggression.”
The ministers reaffirmed their commitment to providing ongoing economic and humanitarian support to Ukraine, including through the Ukraine Recovery Conference scheduled for July 10–11, 2025, in Rome. They also expressed concern about the war’s impact on civilians and civilian infrastructure.
“We discussed the importance of accountability and reaffirmed our commitment to working together to achieve lasting peace and to ensure that Ukraine remains a democratic, free, strong and prosperous nation,” the statement concluded.