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Xi Jinping's speech at the SCO summit signals China's effort to reshape global governance by promoting multilateralism and reducing US dominance. Meanwhile, Indonesia's President Prabowo advocates for a pragmatic, middle-power-led international system, emphasizing cooperation over confrontation amid a fractured unipolar world.
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Donald Trump announced that the 2026 G20 summit will be held at his Doral resort in Miami, scheduled for December 14-15. The event will focus on economic growth, deregulation, and energy. Trump emphasized the venue's location and affordability, asserting he will not profit from the summit. The White House confirmed the event will be hosted at cost.
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Russian forces launched a series of aerial strikes on Ukraine, killing at least 24 civilians in Yarova, Donetsk, and damaging infrastructure. The attacks coincided with pension disbursements and come amid stalled peace negotiations and increased NATO defenses. Ukraine calls for stronger international sanctions and responses.
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President Trump and Xi Jinping held their first face-to-face talks since 2019 in Busan, South Korea, focusing on trade, tariffs, and strategic issues. Both leaders discussed upcoming summits, potential visits, and areas of cooperation, signaling a possible shift toward a more constructive relationship amid ongoing tensions.
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South Africa's G20 presidency led to a largely successful summit, with 19 countries signing a declaration on issues like climate, debt relief, and inequality, despite US opposition and President Trump's absence. The summit highlighted African leadership and multilateral cooperation amid global tensions.
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As of late October 2025, major financial institutions including the Bank of England and IMF warn that soaring valuations in AI-driven tech stocks resemble the 2000 dotcom bubble peak. The S&P 500 is heavily concentrated in a few AI-focused firms, raising risks of a sharp market correction. Despite this, industry leaders emphasize AI's transformative potential and ongoing infrastructure investments.
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As global wealth inequality worsens, South Africa's G20 presidency highlights the need for international measures. A report shows the richest 1% captured 41% of new wealth since 2000, prompting calls for a permanent inequality monitoring body. Leaders are urged to address this pressing issue today.
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As of November 2025, the UN's Emissions Gap Report reveals that current national climate pledges will lead to a 2.3-2.5°C global temperature rise by 2100, surpassing Paris Agreement targets. Despite some progress, global emissions rose 2.3% in 2024. China's new 2035 goals mark its first specific emissions reduction target but fall short of what's needed. The US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement threatens to negate recent gains ahead of COP30 in Brazil.
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Recent US elections highlight ongoing economic concerns, especially inflation and high living costs, influencing voter behavior. Democratic gains in key states suggest a shift in public focus, while President Trump’s efforts to address affordability face skepticism amid persistent inflation and political tensions. The midterms are shaping up as a referendum on economic management.
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As of November 27, 2025, the US has boycotted the G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing unsubstantiated claims of persecution against white Afrikaners and land confiscation. South Africa, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, condemned the boycott as based on misinformation and confirmed its full G20 membership. Despite US absence, the summit proceeded with a declaration addressing global challenges, supported by most members except the US and Argentina.
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The UK has pledged £850 million to the Global Fund for 2026-28, a 15% reduction from previous commitments, amid broader aid cuts. This move risks reversing progress in fighting AIDS, TB, and malaria, potentially causing hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths and weakening health systems worldwide.
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Recent reports highlight rising e-waste and food waste globally, with Australia producing 580,000 tonnes of e-waste annually. Innovations like recycling programs and waste tracking aim to reduce environmental impact. Meanwhile, African nations focus on trade, resilient supply chains, and sustainable farming to improve food security amid global challenges. Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:02:25 +0000
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On November 22, 2025, Australia and Turkey resolved a multi-year dispute over hosting the 2026 UN climate summit, COP31. Turkey will host the summit in Antalya, while Australia will preside over negotiations and lead pre-COP events focused on Pacific climate financing. The deal ends a deadlock that risked defaulting the summit to Germany and drew criticism from Pacific nations.
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Leading economists and former officials have called for a new international body to address rising inequality and its impact on democracy. The appeal comes ahead of the G20 summit in South Africa, where a report highlights a surge in wealth concentration and food insecurity worldwide.
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Germany's government is engaging in high-level talks with China to address trade issues, including rare earths and supply chain concerns. Chancellor Merz's coalition aims to reduce dependency on China and bolster economic resilience, amid rising tensions and a record trade deficit. The visit signals a strategic shift in Germany's China policy.
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The upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg is impacted by the US and China boycotts. The US is withdrawing over South Africa's stance on racial policies, while China is reducing travel. South Africa aims to highlight global issues like climate change, debt, and inequality despite these absences.
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Leaders gather in South Africa for the G20 summit, where 19 countries signed a declaration on global issues, including renewable energy and debt relief. The US boycotted, citing disagreements. South Africa's presidency led to a consensus, amid global conflicts and economic challenges.
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The G20 summit in South Africa concluded with tensions over the presidency handover, as the U.S. boycotted the event citing alleged anti-white policies. Despite this, the summit highlighted issues like global inequality, debt relief, climate resilience, and regional trade, emphasizing South Africa's focus on inclusive development for the Global South.
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President Trump boycotted the G20 summit hosted by South Africa, citing claims of white persecution. South Africa pushed for a declaration on global issues, but US opposition hindered consensus. The summit focused on climate, development, and inequality, with US and South Africa at odds.
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Western officials, including EU and US representatives, have expressed skepticism about a US-led peace plan for Ukraine. They emphasize the need for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and European integration, while highlighting major flaws in the proposed agreement. The plan's future remains uncertain.
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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, a South African opposition MP, resigned after police announced an investigation into her alleged role in recruiting South Africans to fight in Ukraine for Russian mercenaries. The move follows accusations from her half-sister and ongoing efforts to repatriate the men trapped in Ukraine. The investigation is ongoing as of December 2, 2025.
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On December 4, 2025, the US and Kenya signed a $2.5 billion, five-year health agreement replacing previous USAID programs dismantled earlier this year. Kenya will increase domestic health spending by $850 million. Meanwhile, US-South Africa relations remain strained after the US boycotted the recent G20 summit in Johannesburg, citing unsubstantiated claims of white farmer persecution and refusing to recognize South Africa's G20 presidency transfer.