US-South Africa Relations

For the first time in G20 history, nations achieved consensus on a Leaders’ Declaration without United States participation during South Africa's presidency. The US abstained, but the remaining members adopted the document unanimously. This event highlights shifting global dynamics amid tensions with incoming US President Donald Trump.

26. november 2025 Rapportert av AI

The United States boycotted the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, marking an unprecedented absence for a founding member. Tensions between the Trump administration and South Africa, fueled by claims of Afrikaner persecution and policy disagreements, led to no US participation. President Trump later announced South Africa would be excluded from next year's summit.