Former US Diplomat weighs in on United States G20 absence

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A former US diplomat has weighed in on the Trump administration's decision to skip the G20 Leaders Summit in Johannesburg.

This weekend's meeting will involve 42 countries.

It's taking place on African soil for the first time.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance had initially been expected to attend the summit.

19 Nov 10AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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