President Donald Trump announced that no U.S. officials will attend the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa. This decision is based on what Trump describes as the South African government’s poor treatment of white farmers.
Trump’s Concerns Over Human Rights
In a post on his Truth Social network, Trump expressed disdain for the summit being held in South Africa, calling it a “total disgrace.” The Trump administration has consistently criticized the South African government for its treatment of the white minority population, pointing to allegations of land seizures and violence against them. The South African government has denied these claims, asserting that there is no persecution of white South Africans.
Response from U.S. Officials
Trump declared, “No U.S. government official will attend as long as these human rights abuses continue.” He further remarked at a business event in Miami that South Africa should be removed from the G20, citing the serious issues facing the country.
Vice President’s Absence
Initially, Trump planned to skip the G20 summit, designating Vice President JD Vance to attend. However, recent reports indicate that Vance will also not be traveling to South Africa for the summit. An unnamed official confirmed that Vance has no plans for international travel in the foreseeable future.
Future of the G20 and U.S. Presidency
The G20 presidency rotates annually among member nations, with the United States set to take on this role following the conclusion of this year’s summit, scheduled for November 22-23. Additionally, Trump has proposed hosting next year’s summit at his golf resort in Miami, the same venue he had suggested for the 2020 G7 summit.
Key Points
- Trump announces no U.S. officials at G20 summit in South Africa.
- Accusations of human rights abuses against white farmers in South Africa.
- Vance to skip the summit; plans for international travel are unclear.
- U.S. to assume G20 presidency after this year’s summit.
- Next year’s summit proposed to be held in Miami.
