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Manchester to host G20 summit in 2027

Source: BBC News · 21 Sep 2026, 22:39 UTC
Manchester to host G20 summit in 2027
Image: BBC News · original report

Manchester will host world leaders for the G20 summit in 2027, according to the BBC. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he was pleased to welcome US President Donald Trump to the city, with no further summit details supplied.

Manchester will host world leaders at the G20 summit in 2027, according to BBC News. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he was pleased that he would be welcoming US President Donald Trump to the city. His comment confirms the expected attendance referenced in the supplied material.

The source does not provide dates for the summit, identify the other leaders expected to attend or explain which venues will be used. It also gives no details about the agenda, security arrangements or the economic effect of hosting the meeting. The announcement establishes Manchester as the host city for the 2027 gathering.

No responses from the UK government, the G20 or local residents are included, and the available material contains no further information about preparations.

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