G20 Summit Opens in South Africa Amid Historic US Boycott

The G20 summit began in Johannesburg on Saturday. Host nation South Africa urged members to protect the group's credibility, even as the first-ever US boycott cast a shadow over the event. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called on members to safeguard the forum's value and impact. He emphasized the importance of the first G20 summit held in Africa. Despite the US absence, South Africa secured key diplomatic support from China for the gathering. The summit brings together the world's wealthiest and most influential emerging economies.