Divisions, protests mark G20 summitBy The Manila Timeshome/News/World/Divisions, protests mark G20 summitBUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA: Divisions among the world leading economies emerged from the moment their leaders gathered Friday (Saturday in Manila) in Argentina: US President Donald Trump struck his own deals and angered allies, and the leaders of Russia and Saudi Arabia bonded amid criticism from European powers. Trump sought to use the summit to make his own trade deals, and angered the Argentine hosts by misconstruing their position on China’s trade practices. Argentine Foreign Minister Jorge Faurie said trade talks were moving forward and nations were continuing to work on climate change wording. Their declaration was meant to encourage other G-20 members to do the same, and to provide a boost for an upcoming UN climate summit. Overall the G-20 summit is meant to focus on issues such as labor, infrastructure, development, financial stability, climate sustainability and international commerce.

Source: Manila Times December 01, 2018 16:41 UTC