U.S. sets G20 focus on economic growth

The United States assumed the G20 presidency pledging reforms and a renewed focus on economic growth.

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00:00The United States begins its year-long presidency of the G20 today,

00:05stepping in at a time of sharp tension with outgoing chairs South Africa.

00:10Washington says its focus will be on global economic growth and practical outcomes.

00:16In a statement, the State Department said it wants to push essential reforms,

00:20cut regulatory burdens, strengthen energy supply chains,

00:24and support the development of emerging technologies.

00:26Next year's G20 summit will be held in Miami at a golf resort owned by U.S. President Donald Trump.

00:34He has already said South Africa will not be invited.

00:37The U.S. did not attend this year's summit in Johannesburg,

00:41accusing South Africa of misusing its leadership role.

00:44South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected the criticism,

00:48insisting his country remained a full and constructive member of the G20.

00:52He also dismissed as false Trump's repeated claims

00:56that South Korea is committing genocide against Africaners or seizing land from white citizens.