The G7 Nations, or Group of Seven, is an intergovernmental organization consisting of seven major advanced economies: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, and United States. These countries collaborate on economic policy, international security, and global issues, meeting annually to discuss pressing challenges. The G7 was established in the 1970s as a response to economic crises and has since evolved to address a wide range of topics, including climate change, trade, and health. While the European Union is not a member, it is represented at G7 meetings, highlighting the group's focus on global cooperation.