G7 Summit Changes Tradition: No Joint Communiqué to Avoid Confrontation with U
S. President Donald Trump The Group of Seven (G7) is altering the traditional format of its final document at the upcoming summit in Canada to avoid further confrontations with U.S. President Donald Trump. According to insider information obtained from Bloomberg and confirmed by "European Truth," the leaders of the world's leading countries will forgo signing a joint communiqué that would unify all participants on key global issues. Instead of competing over a single textual document—which has often been a source of disputes in the past—during the summit scheduled for June 15–17 in Canada, the G7 member countries will likely issue separate statements on each relevant topic. Sources indicate that this approach aims to reduce tensions in relations with Trump, who has repeatedly demonstrated a tendency toward confrontation and unpredictable decisions. A particular focus at this summit is on Canada's Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, who is acting as the chair and seeks to prevent a replay of the 2018 situation. Back then, in Toronto, the American president withdrew his signature from the joint communiqué just hours after its official signing, having been upset by comments from Ukrainian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. That incident highlighted the increasing strain in U.S. relations with its allies, calling into question the very concept of joint diplomatic statements. Experts emphasize that an official communiqué holds primarily symbolic value. It acts as an indicator of unity among participants on key global policy issues—ranging from supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, to efforts against climate change, and promoting gender equality. For example, the last summit concluded with a 36-page document full of commitments related to aid for Ukraine, combating global warming, and supporting women's rights. However, in the past, Trump’s unpredictability often disrupted these efforts: he withdrew support for Ukraine, canceled climate initiatives, and repeatedly voiced skepticism about full gender equality, effectively undermining the cohesion of the G7’s goals. The summit in Canada, as is traditional, is set to become an important platform for discussing global challenges, including positions on the war in Ukraine, economic security, environmental issues, and international diplomacy. According to official statements, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has received an invitation to participate in the event. This occasion could serve as a key opportunity for Ukrainian leaders to emphasize their stance and garner international support. An additional significant aspect is the potential meeting between Zelensky and Trump, which is hoped to be organized either within the summit or separately. The Ukrainian presidential office expressed hope that conducive conditions will be created for such a meeting, as it could significantly impact diplomatic dialogue and the level of U.S. support for Ukraine. In conclusion, despite the modified format and the absence of a joint communiqué, the upcoming G7 summit in Canada remains an essential diplomatic platform for addressing global issues. Maintaining unity on delicate matters and avoiding open conflicts has become a priority for organizers and participants. At the same time, this strategy demonstrates how, in today’s world, diplomacy requires flexibility, adaptability to new challenges, and the ability to sustain constructive dialogue even amid potential crises.