US pressured France to disinvite South Africa from G7 summit, Pretoria alleges

(Clea Caulcutt – Politico) South Africa is alleging that France rescinded President Cyril Ramaphosa’s invitation to the Group of Seven leaders’ summit in June due to pressure from the United States. Vincent Magwenya, a spokesperson for Ramaphosa, told POLITICO that Paris, which is holds the G7’s rotating presidency this year, caved to the demand after Washington threatened to boycott this year’s meeting in Evian-les-Bains if South Africa were invited. “We’ve accepted the French decision and appreciate the pressure they’ve been subjected to,” said Magwenya. “South Africa will always endeavor to resolve disputes through constructive dialogue.” – US pressured France to disinvite South Africa from G7 summit, Pretoria alleges – POLITICO