Quirno says Argentina can’t support G20 Leader’s Summit declaration

The foreign minister of Argentina, Pablo Quirno, said his country can’t support the declaration adopted by most countries at this weekend’s G20 Leaders’ Summit.

Argentina officially joined the United States (US) as one of only two countries to voice their objections to the declaration, before its full adoption at the end of the summit on Sunday.

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Quirno said the G20 represents an important opportunity to demonstrate a collective approach to the development of Africa.

But he said the declaration document has not achieved consensus on a few issues, including certain geopolitical matters like the conflict in the Middle East and Gaza.

“In this regard, I wish to recall the recent adoption of UN Security Council resolution on November 17th, which emphasises the international community support for a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, while calling for comprehensive fair process to address all aspects of the conflict.

"In closing, Argentina, although cannot support the declaration based on the aforementioned discrepancies, remains fully committed to the spirit of cooperation that has defined the G20 since its inception.” he said.