Tue Nov 19 16:41:46 UTC 2024: ## G20 Leaders Pledge Cooperation Amidst Trump Uncertainty
**Brasília, Brazil –** G20 leaders concluded their summit in Brazil with a joint commitment to multilateralism, supporting developing nations, and maintaining an open global economy. The leaders addressed key issues including poverty reduction, inequality, climate change, and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. However, the looming shadow of incoming US President Donald Trump’s “America First” agenda cast doubt on the long-term viability of these pledges.
Trump’s promised reshaping of US foreign and economic policy raises significant questions about the future of the G20 and global cooperation. Experts like Laura Carvalho (Open Society Foundations), Alejandro Reyes (University of Hong Kong), and Nizar Messari (Al Akhawayn University) are voicing concerns about the sustainability of the commitments made in light of the anticipated shift in US priorities. The coming months will be crucial in determining whether the G20’s ambitious goals can withstand the potential upheaval under the new US administration. The success of multilateral efforts hinges on whether the US will continue its engagement or prioritize a more isolationist approach.
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