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Boris Johnson Plans a Virtual Meeting of G-7 Leaders Next Month

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson

Photographer: Andy Rain/EPA/Bloomberg

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is planning to host a virtual meeting of Group of Seven leaders next month as he starts his presidency of the wealthy nations’ forum at a pivotal moment for the U.K. and the global economy.

According to two people familiar with the matter, Johnson’s proposed meeting of leaders would be in addition to the regular G-7 Summit, which is expected to take place in mid-June, in person, one of the people said.