Rio De Janeiro Set To Host G20 Leaders' Summit In November 2024

As the host of the upcoming G20 Leaders' Summit on November 18-19, 2024, Rio de Janeiro's Mayor, Eduardo Paes, emphasised the city's preparedness for the event in an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM) at the FII Priority Summit 2024. He highlighted Rio's experience in hosting major events.

"Having hosted the Olympics in 2016, Rio de Janeiro is no stranger to large-scale events. While the G20 Summit is undoubtedly significant, it's a single-venue gathering. Rio stands ready to showcase its full potential and all its unique charm to the world," said Paes.

Brazil has held the rotating G20 presidency since December 2023. More than one hundred G20-related events are planned in the country, with Rio hosting several meetings before the Leaders' Summit on November 18-19, 2024. The Brazilian presidency will end on November 30, 2024, when South Africa will assume it.

For Paes, Rio de Janeiro represents what people imagine of Brazil around the world. "Historically, whenever one thinks of Brazil, one thinks of Rio and wants to come to Rio. I think President Lula understands this very well, and it is no wonder he chose Rio to be the capital of the G20," said Paes.

The G20 spirit is already palpable in Rio de Janeiro. The city is abuzz with preparations, as seen in the banners adorning the City Palace and City Hall, the new mural at the City of Arts, and signage installed on the iconic Copacabana beach. These are just a few examples of the many interventions underway.

Lucas Padilha, President of the G20 Committee of Rio de Janeiro and International Relations and Cooperation Coordinator of the City Hall, reassured that local authorities are taking care of the infrastructure.

With inputs from WAM