<h1>Global South leaders at G20 demand debt relief, fair finance, and climate justice amid boycott controversy</h1> Developing nations at the G20 summit in South Africa pressed major economies for stronger climate action, comprehensive debt relief, and fairer international financing terms, arguing current debt burdens and climate-driven disasters undermine development and equality. South Africa's presidency emphasized global inequality and interests of the Global South, though the United States boycotted the meeting over allegations of discrimination against a white minority. Leaders from several African and Caribbean states called for debt relief linked to productive investment, reform of institutions that label them as high-risk despite timely repayments, and greater resilience to climate shocks. Trade officials urged value-addition and regional value chains to reduce dependence on raw commodity exports.