Why the U.S. Skipped the G20 Summit in South Africa
President Trump and Vice President Pence skipped the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg amid a fierce spat over U.S. genocide accusations against South Africa.
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G20 Summit Debuts in Africa: China Urges Global Unity
The first-ever G20 Leaders’ Summit in Africa sees China calling for unity over division, elevating the Global South’s voice and pushing an open world economy.
Military Drills Close Bohai Strait & Northern Yellow Sea
The Chinese mainland’s Dalian Maritime Safety Administration warns military missions will close parts of the Bohai Strait and northern Yellow Sea from Nov 23 to Dec 7.
China and Tajikistan Launch First Strategic Dialogue in Dushanbe
China and Tajikistan launch their first strategic dialogue in Dushanbe to boost trade, security and cultural ties.
Ukraine and US Convene in Switzerland to Discuss Peace Plan
Ukraine and U.S. delegates gather in Switzerland to discuss a 28-point peace plan approved by President Trump as Kyiv seeks to end the conflict with Russia.
Russia Eyes Another Putin-Trump Summit, Says Senior Diplomat
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says another Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda as Russia-U.S. channels stay open.
G20 Summit Declaration Backs Developing Nations
G20 leaders at the Johannesburg summit adopted a declaration prioritizing support for developing nations in climate action, debt sustainability and inclusive growth.
G20 Summit Kicks Off in Johannesburg with Calls for Multilateralism
G20 Summit opened in Johannesburg under the theme “Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability,” highlighting Africa’s global role and calls for multilateralism.
Japan’s Economy at Risk Without China Ties, Warns Veteran Journalist
Veteran journalist Tomoyoshi Kimura warns Japan’s economy couldn’t sustain a rupture in economic ties with the Chinese mainland.
Cobolli’s Marathon Win Sends Italy to Davis Cup Final
Italy’s Flavio Cobolli saved seven match points in a 17-15 final-set tiebreak to power the defending champions into the Davis Cup final.