SA, China upgrade strategic partnership prior to Focac

Given Majola

THE UPGRADING of China and South Africa’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to an All-Round Strategic Co-operative Partnership spelled a new era that would elevate mutually beneficial political and economic ties for the benefit of both countries and their people. Giving his opening remarks at the official talks with President Xi Jinping on occasion of the State visit to China yesterday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the two countries have witnessed an increase in their bilateral trade. “However, as South Africa, we would like to narrow the trade deficit and address the structure of our trade. We were encouraged by the inward procurement mission of Chinese companies last year,” Ramaphosa said. “We urge for more sustainable manufacturing and job-creating investments. Development co-operation between our two countries continues to grow, covering many areas. We…

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