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The United States aims to pare the Group of 20 major economies back to its financial roots next year when it takes over the rotating presidency from South Africa, sources familiar with the Trump administration's plans said.
South Africa has downplayed the absence of US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent at a meeting of G20 finance chiefs, saying it believed the world’s biggest economy is still “committed” to the grouping as the gathering starts in Durban.
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Al Jazeera on MSNG20 finance ministers reach consensus on key economic issuesUS set to shift its approach towards G20 when it takes over group’s rotating presidency from South Africa in December.
DURBAN (Reuters) -G20 finance chiefs agreed a communique on Friday that underscored the importance of central bank independence and the role of the World Trade Organisation in advancing trade issues.
The mood at the G20 in South Africa is one of concern over trade fragmentation and the weakening of the dollar, which adds to the potential impact of American tariffs and the damage already caused
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At the G20 meeting in Durban, Canada's finance minister emphasized the need to combat the prevailing uncertainty caused by trade restrictions and tariffs. With discussions overshadowed by U.S. policies,
DURBAN (Reuters) -G20 finance chiefs will meet in South Africa on Thursday under the shadow of President Donald Trump's tariff threats and questions over their ability to tackle global challenges together.
Finance chiefs from the Group of 20 advanced and emerging economies said Friday that the global economy is facing
In opening remarks, South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said the G20 must provide strategic global leadership, cooperation and action in the face of complex challenges.
Africa is ready to lead — not only in its own development but as a contributor to solving the world’s most pressing challenges, writes Lungisa Fuzile