PUGLIA, Italy—President Joe Biden on June 13 kicked off his meetings with the world’s seven wealthy democratic nations in Southern Italy to discuss a wide range of topics, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, economic security, and international cooperation on artificial intelligence (AI).
This year’s Group of Seven (G7) summit is hosted by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Puglia, a region known as the heel of Italy’s boot, famous for its rich history, sandy beaches, and olive oil production.