China Defends South Africa's G20 Ambitions as Rubio Snubs Meeting
Briefly

During this year's G20 meetings, China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, defended South Africa's push for solidarity and equality among nations. Despite U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's boycott due to South Africa's focus on diversity and climate issues, Wang emphasized the G20's founding aim to coordinate macroeconomic policies. He highlighted the urgency of addressing the needs of developing countries in today’s complex geopolitical environment, especially given recent tensions with the U.S., including funding freezes and contentious executive orders impacting South Africa.
Wang Yi, China's foreign minister, emphasized support for South Africa's efforts at the G20, stressing the importance of addressing the needs of developing countries.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged G20 nations to adopt equal treatment policies for developing nations, in line with this year's theme of solidarity and equality.
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