Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. European Leaders Bracing for Trump Ahead of G-7 Summit Patsy Widakuswara Miguel Amaya andAnna Rice contributed to this report. PARIS --The world's largest advanced democracies -- collectively known as the "Group of Seven," or G-7 -- will have their annual summit this weekend in Biarritz, a French seaside resort town known for its world-class surfing. G-7 leaders here will not only have to navigate the world's most pressing economic issues but also the temperament of a U.S. president known for his anti-globalist outlook and combative stance against allies. .