UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced an embarrassing moment at the G20 summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, where he nearly faceplanted while approaching a group of business leaders. The incident occurred as the summit, hosted by South Africa, marked the first time an African nation took the helm of the forum.
Starmer’s stumble adds to a pattern of awkward moments, including a similar incident during his arrival in Brazil for the COP 30 climate conference. As the UK prime minister disembarked from his aircraft, he stumbled on the metal staircase, almost tumbling down onto the tarmac. However, Starmer managed to regain his balance that time as well.
The gathering of leaders representing the world’s largest economies is taking place in Johannesburg on November 22-23. South Africa assumed the rotating presidency of the group in December 2024, becoming the first African nation to lead the forum. The event has drawn international attention, with leaders from various countries coming together to discuss global economic and political issues.