Brazilian President Blames Markets for Inequality. He's Wrong. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva blames neoliberalism for the very problems it solves. Reason · 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. Radio France Internationale · 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. Top News · 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 Independent UK · 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 The Guardian - US · 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. Evening Standard · 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 The Guardian - AU · 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. International Business Times · Nov 20, 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’ The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2024
Putin’s ‘irresponsible nuclear rhetoric’ won't deter UK support for Ukraine, says Keir Starmer The Prime Minister said Mr Putin was the ‘author of his own exile’ from the G20 summit Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024
Putin’s ‘irresponsible nuclear rhetoric’ will not deter UK support for Ukraine The Prime Minister said Mr Putin was the ‘author of his own exile’ from the G20 summit. The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2024
US and Europe fear escalation of Russian hybrid warfare amid Ukraine missile attacks Officials ‘incredibly concerned’ as Moscow vows response to Kyiv’s use of US-made missiles on targets inside Russia The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2024
European Leaders Discuss Ukraine Crisis At G20 Summit European leaders discuss Ukraine crisis, caution in supplying weapons, and concerns over North Korea's involvement at G20 summit. Top News · Nov 19, 2024
Biden Urges Global Action On Climate Change At G20 President Biden advocates for increased funding for climate initiatives in developing nations to combat climate change. Top News · Nov 19, 2024
Top News · Nov 19, 2024 US Allows Ukraine To Fire Long-Range Missiles Deeper Into Russia US decision to allow Ukraine long-range missiles into Russia raises concerns at the G20 summit, impacting diplomatic relations with Russia.
International Business Times · Nov 19, 2024 Pressure Mounts On Scholz Over Bid For Second Term German Chancellor Olaf Scholz was under growing pressure Tuesday to step aside as the top candidate of his Social Democrats (SPD) for snap polls in February, as the party heads for a historic drubbing.
International Business Times · Nov 19, 2024 Take Two: Biden Makes It Into G20 Leaders' Photo The first time G20 leaders took their photo together at a summit in Rio they forgot Joe Biden.
Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024 Starmer declines to address advice to repair relationship with Elon Musk Senior Labour figure Lord Mandelson urged the Prime Minister to use Reform UK leader Nigel Farage as ‘a bridgehead’ to Donald Trump.
The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2024 Brazilian police arrest five over plot to assassinate Lula after 2022 election win Four military personnel and a police agent held on suspicion of plan to prevent inauguration of president
International Business Times · Nov 19, 2024 Taxing The Richest: What The G20 Decided Anti-poverty campaigners have hailed a decision by G20 leaders meeting in Rio to make sure the world's billionaires "are effectively taxed."
AAP · Nov 19, 2024 Albanese touts open trade as unity evades world leaders Anthony Albanese is promising to remain focused on climate change and open trade after the policies of Donald Trump set the agenda of a major economic summit.
Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2024 G20 leaders’ statement ‘disappointing’ on Ukraine – No 10 Russia is a member of the G20, and minister of foreign affairs Sergei Lavrov has been at this week’s summit in Rio de Janeiro.
International Business Times · Nov 19, 2024 Brazil Arrests G20 Guards Over Alleged 2022 Lula Assassination Plot Brazilian police on Tuesday arrested four soldiers guarding the G20 summit over an alleged plot to assassinate then President-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a 2022 "coup," a federal police source told AFP. The four "were arrested in Rio, where they were participating in the security operation for the…
Top News · Nov 19, 2024 President Biden Announces 5 Million Clean Energy Fund Contribution President Biden highlights US commitment to combating climate change at G20 summit amid concerns of policy reversal by President-elect Trump.
The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2024 Cop29 talks buoyed by G20 support but fears stoked over fossil fuels backsliding Leaders of the world’s biggest economies confirmed their support to shift more cash to developing countries to help them cope with climate change.