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G20 Finance Meeting Ends Without a Joint Communiqué Amid China-US Disputes

The G20 finance meeting in Washington did not produce a joint communiqué, with disagreements reported over energy and trade.

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What is happening

After the participation of the Russian minister, US Treasury Secretary Bessent published a presidential statement without China’s support. US sources reportedly blamed Beijing, while the sources describe disputes over energy and trade.

Why is it on the Radar?

The absence of a joint statement highlights divisions among G20 members and has caused irritation in the United States.

Sources and timeline