The G20 Leaders’ Summit on November 18-19 in Rio de Janeiro promises to be a landmark event, with all 19 member countries, the African Union, and the European Union in attendance. For the first time, the African Union joins as a permanent member, marking a historic step toward amplifying Africa’s role in global governance. What’s the significance of the AU’s inclusion? What are the potential priorities for China? How can China and Africa leverage the G20 platform to collaborate on global economic, social, and environmental issues?
1. The developmental priorities of Africa have always been at the top of South Africa’s agenda at all the G20 Summits. 2’36”
2. The historic inclusion of AU in the G20 will help to solidify Africa’s role in addressing critical global issues. 4’43”
3. In today’s volatile environment, G20 is even more crucial to bring up agendas as how the world can really work together towards a sustainable development agenda. 8’35”
4. HOW to reform the global order and HOW to reform the global financial institutions will be key at the G20. 19’42”
