Moody’s upgrades global banking sector for 2025, cautions against 'growing protectionism' The rating agency improved the bank sector status despite a number of risks. Fortune · Dec 4, 2024
South Africa's G20 presidency set to boost the continent's role on world stage South Africa says it will use its presidency of the G20 – the first by an African nation – to put the priorities of the African continent onto the agenda of the powerful global economic forum. Radio France Internationale · Dec 4, 2024
South Africa Assumes G20 Presidency, Prepares For Trump Administration South Africa assumes G20 presidency, focusing on climate change and international cooperation amidst Trump's policies. President Ramaphosa aims to highligh... Top News · Dec 3, 2024
South Africa has taken over the G20 presidency from Brazil – what lessons can it learn? South Africa has taken over the presidency of the world’s premier economic forum, the G20, from Brazil. The G20 presidency operates on a troika system made up of the current, previous and next holders. The three members cooperate with one another in preparing for an annual summit. This means that… The Conversation · Dec 3, 2024
Biden in Angola: What’s behind the last-ditch Africa trip? It’s a chance to redeem his legacy in Africa, say experts. But it won’t be easy. Al Jazeera · Dec 2, 2024
Brussels, Not Paris, Will Decide EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: Lula France does not get to decide whether a free trade deal between the EU and South America's Mercosur bloc goes ahead -- only Brussels does, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday. International Business Times · Nov 27, 2024
Haiti Council Criticizes Macron's 'Total Morons' Remark French President Macron's criticism of Haiti's leaders sparks diplomatic tensions amid political instability and historical grievances. Top News · Nov 25, 2024
Keir Starmer played the China card in Rio – and sent a message to a hawkish Donald Trump The PM and other western leaders are cosying up to Beijing. If the president-elect imposes punitive tariffs on Chinese imports, he will give Xi the upper hand The Guardian - UK · Nov 23, 2024
Macron Calls Haitian Officials 'Total Morons' Over PM Sacking In the footage, the French leader is speaking on the sidelines of the G20 in Rio with an individual accusing Macron and France of "being responsible for the situation in Haiti". Latin Times · Nov 22, 2024
Western Leaders On Their Guard With China Ahead Of Trump Return Chinese President Xi Jinping pitched his country as a font of stability at the G20 summit this week as a second Trump term looms, but analysts say wary Western nations are likely to hold Beijing at bay. International Business Times · Nov 22, 2024
China’s Role at the G20: A Practical Approach to Global Development The 19th G20 Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro (November 18–19, 2024) unfolded against a backdrop of economic stagnation, rising inequalities, and geopolitical tensions. While leaders from the world's largest economies gathered to discuss critical issues, China's participation garnered significant attention for its emphasis on practical solutions to global challenges… inkl · Nov 22, 2024
It was a time for niceties in the Commons. Kemi doesn’t do niceties The G20? Cop29? Totally pointless, said the Tory leader. World leaders getting up themselves and a load of virtue-signalling The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2024
US and India lead G20 on climate action, report says Exclusive: world’s biggest emitters making most progress in introducing policies, study shows, but emissions still set to rise by 2.7C The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2024
Ukraine in most perilous state yet as UK minister says Russia’s been planning new ballistic missile for months Came as Sir Keir Starmer was challenged over whether use of British storm shadows by Ukraine was a reaction to Donald Trump being elected US President The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2024
Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2024 Starmer insists ‘world safer when leaders talk’ as he defends China discussions The Prime Minister met China’s president Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Brazil.
International Business Times · Nov 20, 2024 Macron Praises EU-Chile Trade Agreement On Latin America Tour French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday hailed a recently upgraded EU-Chile free trade agreement as he met counterpart Gabriel Boric in Santiago on the last leg of a Latin America tour.
Reason · Nov 20, 2024 Brazilian President Blames Markets for Inequality. He's Wrong. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva blames neoliberalism for the very problems it solves.
Radio France Internationale · Nov 20, 2024 African delegates urge action, hope for last-minute deal in Azerbaijan Negotiators at the UN climate talks in Azerbaijan are working to overcome a deadlock in negotiations. African representatives are emphasizing that, despite being the least polluting continent, Africa disproportionately suffers from the climate crisis. Some have expressed cautious optimism to RFI about the possibility of a last-minute resolution.
Top News · Nov 20, 2024 China's Xi Jinping Urges De-Escalation In Ukraine Conflict Chinese leader Xi Jinping reiterates China's stance on Ukraine conflict, emphasizing peace and de-escalation efforts at the G20 summit.
The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2024 UK takes key role at UN climate talks as pressure mounts to reach finance deal The Cop29 presidency of Azerbaijan asked both the UK and Brazil to ensure the delivery of ‘a balanced set of negotiated outcomes’ at the Baku summit.
The Guardian - US · Nov 20, 2024 Zelenskyy welcomes US decision to give landmines to Ukraine amid criticism from aid groups – Russia-Ukraine war as it happened Ukrainian president hails mines as important part of arsenal in statement; aid groups condemn ‘unethical’ decision, saying mines risk harming civilians
Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2024 Starmer defends G20 trip to Brazil amid domestic concerns Government estimates released on Tuesday indicated that the squeeze on winter fuel payments will force 100,000 pensioners into poverty.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 20, 2024 Ukraine war briefing: North Korean soldiers ‘fighting in Russian elite units’ South Korean MP on intelligence committee says North has also shipped more arms to Russia; US and UK slam Russia’s ‘irresponsible’ nuclear rhetoric. What we know on day 1,001
International Business Times · Nov 20, 2024 Xi, Lula Meet In Brasilia To 'Enhance Ties' China's President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Brazil Wednesday, fresh off a warm reception at summits of the G20 and APEC groups, both held under the cloud of Donald Trump's White House return.
The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2024 Ukraine allies criticise G20 statement for not naming Russia’s role in conflict Scholz, Starmer, Trudeau and Macron among leaders who say communique finalized by Lula ‘not strong enough’