Ramaphosa Calls for Global Unity in G20 Summit Closing Address

During the summit, Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing pressing global issues. "We have reaffirmed our commitment to work together to address the challenges that we face, including inequality and climate change," he said in a statement. "We recognize that our shared goals outweigh our differences, and we are committed to working together to achieve them." Ramaphosa's comments were echoed by other leaders, who expressed their support for collective action to address global challenges. The G20 summit was held in Johannesburg from November 21 to 23, bringing together leaders from 20 of the world's largest economies. The event provided a platform for leaders to discuss pressing global issues, including climate change, economic inequality, and global health. According to a statement released by the G20, the leaders agreed to work together to achieve the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to eradicate poverty, reduce inequality, and promote sustainable development. The summit also highlighted the importance of African participation in global decision-making. "This is a historic moment for Africa, as it marks the first time that the G20 has been held on the continent," said Naledi Pandor, South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation. "We believe that Africa's participation in global decision-making is essential to addressing the challenges that we face, and we are committed to working with our international partners to achieve our goals." The G20 summit concluded with a joint statement from the leaders, which outlined their commitments to address global challenges. The statement emphasized the importance of international cooperation and collective action in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. The leaders also agreed to work together to address pressing global issues, including climate change, economic inequality, and global health. As the G20 summit comes to a close, the international community is left to await the implementation of the commitments made by the leaders. The South African government has pledged to work with its international partners to achieve the goals outlined in the joint statement. The next steps will be crucial in determining the success of the G20 summit and the impact of the commitments made by the leaders.