https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g20-backs-final-statement-despite-russia-tensions-china-dissentContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g20-backs-final-statement-despite-russia-tensions-china-dissenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g20-backs-final-statement-despite-russia-tensions-china-dissent#u56052Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:56:37 +0000The G20 has backed a final statement despite internal friction caused by Russia's return to the group and dissent from China. President Trump invited the Russian finance minister to the US-hosted meeting, a move that drew protests and shunning from European allies. While US Treasury Secretary Bessent met with his Russian counterpart, he maintained that economic pressure on Russia will persist until the war in Ukraine ends. The summit was further marked by tensions over the US decision to bar journalists from the proceedings.Why it mattersRussia's presence at the G20 is contentious du