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Top diplomats from the Group of 20 largest world economies concluded a two-day meeting in Atlanta without reaching consensus on several critical global security issues, primarily due to divisions over Russia's war with Ukraine. The meeting did not release a joint communique but instead relied on a chairman's statement summarizing the talks, which made no mention of any agreements reached. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the importance of secure supply chains and critical minerals, warning that disruptions could have far-reaching consequences for economic growth and everyday costs. Discussions also addressed cooperation through the Quad, a grouping comprising the United States, India, Japan, and Australia. The traditional group photo was canceled as several countries, including Australia and the UK, refused to appear beside Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
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