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U.S. now wants to reverse its boycott and join the G20 summit, South African president says

U.S. now wants to reverse its boycott and join the G20 summit, South African president says

Summary

The United States has changed its decision to boycott the upcoming G20 summit and now plans to participate. This information was shared by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who noted that the U.S. communicated this decision shortly before the summit.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. initially decided to boycott the G20 summit in South Africa.
  • President Donald Trump cited claims of persecution of a white minority in South Africa as the reason for the boycott.
  • South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the U.S. changed its decision and wants to attend.
  • The U.S. informed South Africa of its intention to join "at the 11th hour."
  • The South African government is working on arrangements to include the U.S. at the summit.
  • The G20 summit includes both wealthy and developing countries.
  • This is the first time the G20 summit is being held in Africa.
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