South African former Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr. Naledi Pandor, expresses disappointment over US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's decision to boycott the upcoming G20 foreign ministers' summit in Johannesburg. Pandor emphasizes the need for diplomatic engagement to address misconceptions and clarify the South African government's position on issues raised by the US administration. She highlights the importance of strong US-South Africa relations and the role of international partnerships in resolving concerns.
Naledi Pandor urges engagement to counter misconceptions after Marco Rubio snubs G20 talks.Former Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr. Naledi Pandor , has expressed disappointment over US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ’s decision not to attend the upcoming G20 foreign ministers' summit. boycott the G20 talks of foreign ministers in Johannesburg on February 20-21.
"To comment negatively on our policies before examining them closely is the oddity. But to be focused on South Africa is not odd. We're a very important country on the African continent," said Pandor.
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