Taoiseach begins landmark South Africa trip as Ireland takes seat at G20 summit

Taoiseach launches economic and diplomatic programme in Johannesburg before addressing key G20 sessions on growth and global resilience
Taoiseach begins landmark South Africa trip as Ireland takes seat at G20 summit

Taoiseach Micheál Martin. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025 - 07:49
Louise Burne Political Correspondent in Johannesburg

Taoiseach Micheál Martin will begin a three-day trip to South Africa today as he becomes the first Irish leader to attend a G20 summit.

Mr Martin will attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg on Saturday and Sunday.

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