It could have been a diplomatic disaster. Just a day before the conclusion of the three-day G7 foreign ministers’ meeting in a remote, snow-covered Canadian resort, some of the United States’ closest allies feared that internal divisions might erupt into public view.

Disagreements over key global issues, including security and economic policies, tested the unity of the group. However, last-minute negotiations and diplomatic efforts aimed to maintain a united front. The meeting’s outcome will be closely watched as the G7 navigates complex geopolitical challenges.