Trump's Focus on South Africa's G20 Summit Presidency

Donald Trump highlighted the G20 summit, emphasizing its importance with countries that account for a significant portion of global GDP and trade. He expressed a desire for South Africa to excel as it holds the G20 presidency until the U.S. takes over in November.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 21-05-2025 22:48 IST | Created: 21-05-2025 22:48 IST
Trump's Focus on South Africa's G20 Summit Presidency
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In a statement reflecting on the significance of the G20 summit, former President Donald Trump described the event as a major global affair, emphasizing that it comprises nations responsible for about 85% of the world's GDP and three-quarters of global trade.

Highlighting the importance of South Africa's role, Trump expressed his wish for the country to 'look good' as it currently presides over the G20. His remarks come as South Africa prepares to hand over the presidency to the United States in November.

The transition of the presidency will mark another chapter for the U.S. in leading this influential assembly of nations, as the G20 continues to navigate the complex economic and trade issues of the modern world.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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