Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni slams the US decision to exclude SA in next years G20 summit. The South African government has expressed its disappointment and regret following the United States’ decision to exclude the nation from next year’s G20 summit, a move described by the minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, as regrettable, yet one that will not deter South Africa’s commitment to global multilateralism. Speaking at a post-Cabinet briefing on Wednesday, Ntshavheni addressed the unexpected development, confirming that the cabinet views the exclusion as a setback but maintains a firm resolve to engage diplomatically to safeguard South Africa’s standing in the international forum.
“Cabinet says the US’ decision to exclude South Africa from next year’s G20 is regrettable,” minister Ntshavheni said. “While this development is regrettable, as a founding member, South Africa’s commitment to G20 principles and collaborative framework remain unwavering.” The G20, or Group of Twenty, comprises the world’s major developed and developing economies, representing around 80% of global GDP, 75% of global trade, and two-thirds of the world’s population. South Africa has historically been the only permanent African member, playing a crucial role as a bridge between the developed North and the developing South, as well as an advocate for the African continent’s interests.
