New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Friday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to actively champion South Africa's cause following US President Donald Trump's announcement that South Africa will not be invited to the 2026 G20 summit in Miami.
Taking to social media platform X, Ramesh emphasized South Africa's importance as Africa's largest economy by GDP and its historic ties with India through forums like BRICS, IBSA, and the BASIC grouping. "The Prime Minister styles himself as champion of Africa and the Global South. Will he now press his 'good friend' Trump to ensure South Africa gets its rightful place at the next G20?" he questioned, reflecting concerns echoed by Indian officials over the diplomatic f...