summary | The Group of Eight (G8) is an informal forum consisting of eight leading industrialized nations that cooperate on major global issues. The G8 countries include Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Russia, until it was suspended in 2014 due to the annexation of Crimea by Russia. The purpose of this group is to work together on significant international matters, such as economics, security, and environmental issues. They hold annual summits and engage in ongoing dialogue throughout the year to address global concerns and promote cooperation among member states. |