UK expected to host Zelensky for state visit in 2027

Politics · First reported 7 Nov, 08:19 · Updated 08:55

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The UK is expected to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for a state visit in 2027, though officials say it is not finalised and the timing is undecided. The visit is intended to show solidarity with Ukraine; reports say it would likely be adapted for Zelensky’s wartime role and probably would not coincide with the G20 summit in Manchester.

The UK is expected to host Zelensky for a state visit in 2027, but officials say the plan is not finalised and its timing has not been decided.
The visit is intended to project solidarity with Ukraine during the fifth year of its war against Russia.
Zelensky is also invited to the G20 summit in Manchester next November, but the state visit would likely be at a different time.
The visit may be adapted from the usual state-visit format to suit Zelensky’s status as a wartime leader; a parliamentary address is also considered likely.
Coverage notes the visit could increase tensions with US President Donald Trump, who has criticised Zelensky in recent weeks.

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Key facts

Expected year: 2027
Status: Not finalised; officials say it is expected to take place.
Timing: Undecided; likely not to coincide with the Manchester G20 summit next November.
Stated purpose: To project solidarity with Ukraine.