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Trump Says No U.S. Official Will Attend G20 Summit in South Africa, Cites Human Rights Concerns

United States President, Donald Trump, has announced that no American official will attend the G20 summit scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, later this month, citing what he described as “ongoing human rights abuses” in the country.

The G20 summit is set for November 22 to 23 in the South African commercial capital, where leaders from the world’s major economies are expected to discuss global economic stability, trade, and regional security issues.

President Trump, who had previously questioned South Africa’s place in the G20, suggested last week that he might send Vice-President JD Vance in his place. He claimed that South Africa’s internal policies and recent political actions allegedly undermine democratic principles.

However, in his latest statement, Trump made it clear that neither he nor Vice-President Vance — nor any U.S. representative — will attend the summit.

According to the president, the decision reflects the U.S. stance on what he referred to as “unresolved human rights violations and governance issues” in South Africa. He did not provide further details on the nature of the alleged abuses.

The South African government has not yet issued an official response to Trump’s announcement. Political analysts say the move may heighten diplomatic tension between Washington and Pretoria, particularly at a time when South Africa has been strengthening ties with BRICS partners and other non-Western allies.

The G20 summit is expected to proceed as planned, with leaders from Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America set to attend.