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France Shifts G7 Summit to Avoid Trump's Birthday Bash

1/10/2026

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France rescheduled the 2026 G7 summit from June 14-16 to June 15-17 to avoid clashing with U.S. President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebration.
The decision followed discussions among G7 leaders, though Macron's office did not confirm UFC influence.
UFC Chief Executive Dana White said the fight's logistics are finalized, with around 5,000 attendees.
The summit will mark the first for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who took office in October 2025.

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France rescheduled the 2026 G7 summit from June 14-16 to June 15-17 to avoid clashing with U.S. President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebration.
The decision followed discussions among G7 leaders, though Macron's office did not confirm UFC influence.
UFC Chief Executive Dana White said the fight's logistics are finalized, with around 5,000 attendees.
The summit will mark the first for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who took office in October 2025.