UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has encountered a rather unceremonious start at the G20 summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, after nearly faceplanting while approaching a group of business leaders. The incident, captured in video footage, underscores the difficulties of navigating high-stakes international diplomacy. The G20 summit, hosted by South Africa, brings together leaders from the world’s largest economies. Starmer’s near-miss comes on the heels of a similarly awkward moment during his arrival at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30) in Brazil, where he stumbled on a metal staircase. However, Starmer managed to regain his balance during the recent incident, much like he did in Brazil. As South Africa assumes the rotating presidency of the G20, Starmer’s public mishap has sparked discussions about the challenges of maintaining composure in high-profile diplomatic settings.