The Gauteng provincial government in South Africa (SA) says it is confident that the outcomes of the G20 Leaders’ Summit will have a positive impact on ordinary citizens.
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to officially open the two-day summit at Nasrec, Johannesburg, this morning. Delegates are expected to discuss a range of issues, including international trade.
Provincial Government Spokesperson Elijah Mhlanga said; “The decisions taken here will affect ordinary people, not only in SA but in every country participating. Decisions around tariffs, trade agreements, and policies are made in gatherings like this, so as South Africans, wherever we are in the world, we need to pay attention to what is being discussed.”
In preparation for the summit, the Gauteng government has also appealed to motorists for patience amid road closures.
Mhlanga added; “We are satisfied with our logistical arrangements, but we ask residents and those travelling through Gauteng to be patient. Some roads will be closed at various times to accommodate visiting heads of state. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation as we welcome guests from around the world.”
–SABC–
