Next year's annual G20 summit will be held in November in Manchester (File)
Putin Will Not Be Invited To Britain's G20 Summit: UK PM Andy Burnham
In short
The British government has formally confirmed its guest list strategy for the high-level economic meeting. Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be extended an invitation to the UK-hosted gathering. Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that the Russian leader would be barred from the proceedings. This decision ensures that the summit of major economies will proceed without representation from the Kremlin chief.
Key points
- The host country retains full authority over guest invitations for the international econ…: The host country retains full authority over guest invitations for the international economic forum.
- Vladimir Putin faces continued diplomatic exclusion from major multilateral talks organiz…: Vladimir Putin faces continued diplomatic exclusion from major multilateral talks organized by Britain.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham took a definitive stance on Russian participation at the UK s…: Prime Minister Andy Burnham took a definitive stance on Russian participation at the UK summit.