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MAKHUDU SEFARA | SA’s G20 success leaves Trump on the sidelines

MAKHUDU SEFARA | SA’s G20 success leaves Trump on the sidelines

Executive Summary

South Africa successfully hosted the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, the first time on African soil, despite a boycott by the United States under President Donald Trump, who had opposed the event. World leaders attended, endorsed a declaration aligned with South Africa's themes of diversity, equality, and unity, while task forces advanced key discussions on reforming global financial architecture, inclusive growth, digital inclusion, and information integrity. The summit's success highlighted the strength of multilateralism, South Africa's geopolitical influence, and the potential for progressive agendas even amid U.S. resistance.