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U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will not attend the G20 summit in South Africa due to disagreements over human rights issues and geopolitical tensions, and he also dismissed hopes of brokering a meeting between Zelensky and Putin, with Vice President JD Vance representing the U.S. instead.
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has affirmed that Russia's nuclear threats will not deter the UK's support for Ukraine, following Ukraine's use of US-supplied missiles against Russian territory. This comes after President Putin revised Russia's nuclear doctrine to consider attacks from non-nuclear states, backed by nuclear powers like the US, as joint attacks on Russia. Speaking at the G20 summit, Starmer emphasized the UK's commitment to supporting Ukraine and criticized Putin's absence from the summit.
At the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, world leaders are avoiding public discussions about President-elect Donald Trump, despite his looming influence on global issues like climate change and trade. While Trump's potential policies and cabinet picks are causing concern, leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are refraining from direct criticism. Meanwhile, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden is also sidestepping questions about Trump's upcoming administration, focusing instead on ensuring a smooth transition.
Joe Biden missed the group photo with G20 leaders in Rio de Janeiro due to logistical issues, alongside Canadian and Italian leaders. This incident occurred during Biden's final summit as US president, as world leaders focus on his potential successor, Donald Trump. The photo was part of an event launching an alliance to curb world hunger, and Biden's absence was not related to avoiding Russia's foreign minister. Biden has been advocating for support of Ukraine's sovereignty amid Russia's invasion.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit, emphasizing the importance of a strong UK-China relationship. Starmer addressed concerns over the health of detained Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai and expressed a desire for increased business cooperation, particularly in areas like climate change and economic growth. Despite ongoing tensions over issues such as human rights and China's support for Russia, both leaders agreed on the need for mutual respect and openness. The meeting marks a potential thaw in UK-China relations after a six-year freeze.
Brazil is hosting the G20 summit amid global tensions, including two major wars and Donald Trump's recent election victory, which complicates the prospects for a strong geopolitical declaration. Instead, the summit is expected to focus on social issues like hunger eradication, a priority for Brazil's President Lula da Silva. Lula's administration aims to maintain Brazil's non-aligned stance, but Trump's election and Argentina's objections to certain clauses in the draft declaration pose challenges. The summit will also see President Biden attending, with discussions on climate and global infrastructure.
British journalists were removed by Chinese officials from a meeting between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 Summit. The meeting aimed to improve UK-China relations amidst global political tensions, including the impact of Donald Trump's reelection. Center-left governments are looking to Starmer for leadership in this complex international landscape.
Brazil is hosting the G20 summit amid global tensions, including two major wars and Donald Trump's recent election victory, which complicates the prospects for a strong geopolitical declaration. Instead, the summit is expected to focus on social issues like hunger eradication, a priority for Brazil's President Lula da Silva. Lula's administration aims to maintain Brazil's non-aligned stance, but Trump's election and Argentina's objections to certain clauses in the draft declaration pose challenges. The summit will also see President Biden attending, with discussions on climate and global infrastructure.
President Biden, during a historic visit to the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil, emphasized the irreversible nature of the clean energy revolution in the U.S., despite potential opposition from future administrations. He highlighted the achievements of his climate policies, including surpassing the goal of $11 billion in international climate financing and significant investments in clean energy. Biden's visit, which included proclaiming the first International Conservation Day, precedes the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, where global climate commitments remain a critical issue.
Brazilian First Lady Janja Lula da Silva criticized Elon Musk at the G20 summit, using an expletive to express her disapproval of his management of the social media platform X, formerly Twitter. Her comments came during a discussion on combating misinformation online, contrasting with Musk's approach. Musk responded with humor on his platform. This exchange follows Brazil's recent lifting of a ban on X after the platform paid a fine for not removing misinformation during the 2022 presidential election.
Brazil's first lady, Janja Lula da Silva, used an expletive against Elon Musk during a panel on disinformation ahead of the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro. The incident highlights tensions between Musk and Brazil's left-wing government, as Musk has ties to former President Jair Bolsonaro. Musk responded humorously on social media, while Bolsonaro suggested the incident could lead to diplomatic issues. This comes after Brazil's Supreme Court temporarily banned Musk's platform X earlier this year for failing to comply with legal requirements.
Donald Trump's election as US president is causing disruptions in international initiatives on climate change and taxation ahead of the G20 summit in Brazil. Argentina, led by Trump's ally Javier Milei, threatens to block a joint communique over disagreements on taxation and gender equality. This situation raises concerns among diplomats about Trump's potential impact on global agreements, including the Paris climate accords. The summit, focusing on poverty and governance reform, faces challenges as Trump's stance may undermine its conclusions.
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva criticized neoliberalism for exacerbating economic and political inequality ahead of the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro. Lula, who will host leaders including Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, emphasized the need for governments to align more closely with public concerns over market interests. He advocated for global initiatives against hunger, taxing the super-rich, and UN reforms. Lula's stance may face opposition from some leaders, but he urged civil society to pressure governments for change.
A man named Francisco Wanderley Luiz died after detonating an explosive device outside Brazil's Supreme Court in Brasilia, in what is suspected to be a failed attack just days before the G20 meeting in Rio de Janeiro. The incident, which involved two explosions, prompted the evacuation of court ministers and staff. Authorities are investigating the event as a potential lone wolf terror attack.
A man died in a suspected suicide bombing outside Brazil's supreme court, raising security concerns ahead of the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro and a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping. The explosions occurred near the Plaza of the Three Powers in Brasília, a site previously targeted during riots by supporters of former President Jair Bolsonaro. Authorities are investigating the incident, with initial reports suggesting the man acted alone. The supreme court justices were safely evacuated, and a bomb squad was deployed to the area.