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US skipping G20 talks due to South Africa's 'anti-American' agenda

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio waves before departing from La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City, on February 5, 2025. (Photo, AFP)

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he would skip Group of 20 talks this month in South Africa, accusing the host government of an "anti-American" agenda.

Rubio's announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump lashed out at South Africa over land reforms aimed at redressing inequalities perpetrated during the apartheid era.

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