South Africa’s participation at the G20 summit in Johannesburg was hailed as a diplomatic triumph and a renewed commitment to multilaterism.
Despite US objections, South Africa received a declaration from the G20’s remaining members.
President Donald Trump’s claims that South Africa persecutes its white minority were widely refuted, leading to a boycott of the meeting.
The document calls for more money to be spent on renewable energy, fairer mineral supply chains, and debt relief for less fortunate people.
By introducing the document right away, the first G20 summit held on African soil went against tradition.
And the chairs from the incoming South African and the incoming American were not ceremoniously handcuffed.
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Published On 27 Nov 2025
Source: Aljazeera
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