EFF hits back at Trump over post suggesting boycott of G20 summit in SA

JOHANNESBURG - The EFF has slammed US president Donald Trump for citing disputed claims about South Africa's policies as a reason to skip the upcoming G20 summit.

In a post on Truth Social platform on Saturday morning, Trump said he was reluctant to attend the summit, pointing to widely disputed claims of genocide against the white minority in South Africa, as well as concerns over land confiscation.

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But the red berets have dismissed his comments as disingenuous, saying the real reason behind Trump's decision likely lies in the ongoing trade tensions between the US and China.

Tensions between the US and China continue to escalate with Beijing announcing a 125% retaliatory tariff on American goods, just a day after Washington imposed a steep 145% hike on Chinese imports.

China has warned the move will severely restrict US access to its markets.

This follows last week’s announcement by Trump of sweeping new tariffs — the most extensive to date — which were set to take effect this week.

However, their implementation has now been delayed by 90 days for most countries, except China.

EFF spokesperson Sinawo Thambo says the red berets welcome the possibility of Trump skipping the upcoming G20 summit.

"His non-attendance would be an opportunity for the leading nations of the world to consolidate an economic recovery plan that does not rely on the US dollar and is welcomed, but it is clear that he fears facing his counterparts following his humiliating tariff stunt."

Thambo says Trump should focus on addressing allegations of manipulating the US stock market, instead of deflecting attention by attacking South Africa.