G20 leaders met in Brazil to discuss global issues, with a focus on poverty, climate, and taxes, as Biden attended his last summit.

G20 leaders met in Brazil to discuss issues like poverty, climate financing, and taxes on billionaires. US President Joe Biden attended his last summit, while Chinese President Xi Jinping took center stage. Brazilian President Lula da Silva highlighted Global South issues and launched the "Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty." The summit coincided with the COP29 climate conference, where talks on climate finance for developing countries stalled. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged G20 nations to lead and compromise on climate action.

November 17, 2024
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