Was the G20 summit a success?
09/13/2023 •
No — Majority of the comments highlighted criticisms of the G20 summit's handling of the Ukraine conflict and climate change, with significant emphasis on the summit's failure to explicitly condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine and disappointment regarding softened language.
Stats
| 54% | 37 | Bluesky |
| 37% | 25 | Mastodon |
| 4% | 3 | |
| 3% | 2 | Hacker News |
| 1% | 1 | 4Chan |
| 55% | Negative |
| 27% | Neutral |
| 18% | Positive |
| 69% | 😡 Anger |
| 24% | 😃 Joy |
| 7% | 😢 Sadness |
| 0% | 🥰 Love |
| 0% | 😱 Fear |
| 0% | 😯 Surprise |
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Story
- Mixed sentiments exist regarding the success of the G20 summit, particularly concerning its handling of the Ukraine conflict and climate change issues.
- The language used in the G20 joint statement regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine was noticeably softened compared to previous summits. This has led to both praise and criticism from various parties.
- Ukraine expressed disappointment with the G20's resolution, stating it was "nothing to be proud of" because it did not explicitly condemn Russia's role in the conflict.
- Russia deemed the G20 summit an "unconditional success" as it was not explicitly condemned for its actions in Ukraine.
- Some comments criticized the G20 summit's handling of the climate change issue, stating it did not go far enough in addressing the matter.
- French President Emmanuel Macron believes that diplomatic progress on the Ukraine conflict shouldn't necessarily be expected at the G20, which is mainly focused on international economic issues.
- India was highlighted as playing a strategic role, especially in counterbalancing China's influence, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's contributions being seen as influential.
- There were also concerns that while there may have been agreement on words during the G20 summit, there were struggles when it came to taking concrete actions.
- Some commenters used hashtags such as #StopRussianAggression and #RussiaIsATerroristState to express their frustration with Russia and the summit's handling of the Ukraine conflict.
- It's implied that maintaining unity and avoiding divisions within the G20 may have influenced the decision not to explicitly condemn Russia's actions.