Former Greater Manchester Mayor and current Prime Minister Andy Burnham is undertaking a visit to the US at the moment, meeting President Donald Trump across the pond for the first time face to face. During the visit to New York, the Prime Minister has told leaders the UK will continue his drive to tackle major global challenges, such as AI, through the UK’s hosting of the G20 next year – which is set to take place in Manchester.
At the UN General Assembly, Andy Burnham confirmed that the flagship Leaders’ Summit will be held at Manchester Central next November, convening the major global economic players to deliver on shared goals, drive global growth, and address the most acute global challenges we face.
After months of scoping host cities, Manchester was chosen earlier this year – before Burnham’s appointment as Prime Minister – for its cultural heritage, and preparations will now step up this autumn, with hundreds of local people expected to be involved in the summit, from showcases to security.
As well as the Manchester Leaders’ Summit, locations across the UK will host events throughout the year – bringing the G20 to nations and regions across the UK and ensuring the Summit and the year-long Presidency benefit people across the UK.
The G20 Summit 2027 will bring leaders from across the globe to Manchester, including 19 countries, alongside the European Union and the African Union.
The UK will take over the Presidency from the US following the G20 Summit in Miami this December.
As all eyes turn to Manchester, this former “Mayor of a town” is set to continue the case for the city’s presence on the world stage.
