South Africa has confirmed that the United States is reviewing its decision to skip the G20 summit. Although Trump may not attend, discussions with Washington have resumed. The move marks a shift in diplomatic posture.
Trump’s claims that South Africa abuses white farmers strained relations. Pretoria rejected the statements as distortions. The accusations contributed to Washington’s initial boycott.
Ramaphosa said the US reconsideration is a welcome step. He argued that disengagement harms global cooperation. Participation, he said, remains essential for tackling shared challenges.
A US diplomatic message warning that no G20 declaration could be made without its participation sparked backlash. South African officials said absent nations cannot impose conditions. They warned such tactics threaten multilateral institutions.
South Africa’s G20 platform focuses on inclusive growth and climate resilience. Ramaphosa urged all nations to approach the summit collaboratively.