When it changed its name from the G7
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It originated as the G6 in 1975, then became g7 in 1976 when Canada joined, then became G8 in 1998 when Russia joined.
the g8 summit logo represents my bum
A gathering of government.
It is a meeting of the Heads of Government from the eight countries in the G8.
g8 is more important than g20
G8 summit
The 34th G8 summit held in 2008 took place in Tōyako, on the northern island of Hokkaidō, in Japan.
GERMANY
On June 17 and 18, 2013, the G8 Summit was hosted by Ireland. The 39th G8 Summit was held at a five star hotel and golf resort, Lough Erne Resort, located in the Northern part of Ireland.
the g8 started in 2005,. :)
Russia