South Africa has revealed that the US may now participate in the G20 summit after initially threatening to boycott. President Ramaphosa confirmed the development, though Trump’s involvement remains uncertain. The change comes amid diplomatic turbulence.
The US had accused South Africa of mistreating white farmers. Pretoria denied the allegations and criticized them as politically motivated. The disagreement reshaped the lead-up to the summit.
Ramaphosa said the US’s change in approach was encouraging. He stressed that global cooperation demands full participation from major powers. Boycotts, he said, rarely produce positive outcomes.
A leaked US note insisting that no G20 statement be issued without American input was rejected by South Africa. Officials said absent nations should not have veto power. They warned the stance risked undermining multilateral integrity.
South Africa’s priorities include fair development financing and climate-friendly transitions. Ramaphosa urged nations to embrace collaboration.