[7] The Brazilian presidency launched the G20 Social, space where for the first time, the organization will bring the civil society into the debate where it can participate and contribute to discussions and policy formulations regarding to the summit.

[15] In April, the Police of Rio de Janeiro simulated a terrorist attack against the Christ the Redeemer statue as part of an exercise in preparation for the leaders summit.

[16] The Santos Dumont Airport will be closed for the leaders summit, and an aerial exclusion zone will be implemented by the Brazilian Air Force.

[19][7] His chief foreign policy advisor, Celso Amorim, later confirmed the government's intention to invite Putin to the summit.

[26] During a speech about fake news, Rosângela Lula da Silva, first lady of Brazil, sweared at Elon Musk, saying: "I'm not afraid of you.