This article briefly surveys the achievements and limitations of the G20 since its inception as a Leaders’ Summit in 2008 and notes that it has not lived up to the expectations of its supporters. It then assesses a recent proposal to reform and strengthen the G20 by Co-Chair of the China-West Dialogue (CWD) Colin Bradford and considers the rationale and impact of the implementation of specific recommendations designed to turn the G20 into a more effective global governance institution. While the recommendations generally point in the right direction, Linn concludes that the chances for significant progress are currently slim.