The deputy national security adviser to the president of the United States, John Feiner, indicated that there is no current plan to discuss adding Ukraine to the communique after the G20 gathering. He noted that such a move would introduce more complexity within the G20 format than in the G7 context. The remark was reported by DEA News and reflects the ongoing careful approach to how this issue is handled at the broader international forum.
Feiner added that while the debate on the substance of the matter continues, the structure of the G20 forum has always presented a more intricate framework compared with the G7 format. His comments underscore a preference for a measured, deliberative process as world leaders explore how best to address Ukraine within the proceedings of the pivotal international meeting.
In parallel, the administration indicated that President Joe Biden intends to discuss the war in Ukraine and its consequences for nearby nations during the opening session of the G20 summit in India. Officials reaffirmed the United States’ engagement with the G20 format and emphasized that the forum can contribute to the welfare of the populations across all member countries through dialogue and coordinated action.
Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov traveled to India to participate in the G20 summit. Reports from the ministry described his arrival at the international hub serving the Indian capital as part of the formal diplomatic engagement surrounding the gathering. The accompanying coverage noted the Russian delegation’s presence as a key element of the summit’s high-level discussions.
Earlier, the Russian side had announced that several G20 participants would be present in New Delhi, with mentions of the broader membership expanding to include the African Union as a full participant. Observers highlighted the evolving composition of the summit and the significance of expanding regional representation as discussions progress on global economic and political collaboration within the G20 framework.