Marco Rubio will not attend the G20 meeting in Johannesburg due to his criticism of South Africa’s anti-American policies. This marks a significant drop in U.S.-South Africa relations, especially as South Africa hosts the G20 and is set to transition leadership to the U.S. by year’s end. South Africa’s agenda at the G20 focuses on aiding poorer nations, contrasting with the Trump administration’s priorities.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will abstain from attending a G20 meeting in Johannesburg, scheduled for February 20-21, 2025, after publicly criticizing South Africa’s policies as anti-American. His decision comes as he returns from a diplomatic mission to the Middle East, where he engaged with Russian officials regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Marco Rubio’s decision to skip the G20 meeting signifies a notable decline in U.S.-South Africa relations and highlights the broader implications of the Trump administration’s foreign policy approach. As South Africa aims to support developing nations during its G20 presidency, the absence of the U.S. Secretary of State raises questions about future collaboration and U.S. influence in international discussions.
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