Washington is reconsidering its G20 boycott, South Africa revealed. President Ramaphosa said talks were ongoing, but Trump’s attendance remained unconfirmed. The reassessment comes amid international scrutiny.
Trump had alleged discrimination against white farmers in South Africa. Pretoria condemned the claims and insisted they were untrue. Despite the disagreement, the summit’s preparations carried on.
Ramaphosa welcomed the US’s late engagement. He argued that global dialogue relies on full participation. Boycotts, he said, undermine progress toward shared goals.
A leaked US note suggesting that no G20 declaration should be made without its approval was strongly rebuked. South African officials called the stance coercive and harmful to multilateral efforts. They warned it could stall collective decision-making.
South Africa is prioritizing climate-friendly development, debt reform, and equality. Ramaphosa appealed for constructive cooperation.
