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Key Facts
• France initially set the 2026 G7 Summit for June 14–16 in Évian.
• The schedule was changed to June 15–17 without official explanation.
• June 14 is former U.S. President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
• Trump announced an MMA event by UFC at the White House on June 14.
• Trump is known as a UFC fan and has close ties with its leadership.
• French and U.S. media report the date change was to avoid conflict with Trump’s event.
• French Foreign Ministry declined to comment on the reason for the change.
Summary
The 2026 G7 Summit, originally scheduled for June 14–16 in Évian, France, was rescheduled to June 15–17. Although the French government has not officially stated the reason, reports from French newspapers and U.S. media suggest the change was made to accommodate former U.S. President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and his planned UFC mixed martial arts event at the White House on June 14. Trump, a known UFC enthusiast with close ties to its leadership, announced the event in October 2025, highlighting the gathering of champions worldwide. French officials have refrained from commenting on the schedule adjustment, but sources close to the G7 indicate the date change was to avoid overlapping with Trump’s event.
