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South Africa has sent officials to US for trade talks, president says

South African officials engage U.S. lawmakers and business leaders to negotiate rolling back a 30% tariff imposed last month amid strained diplomatic relations and trade disagreements.

  • South Africa has sent officials to the United States to prepare for trade negotiations after President Cyril Ramaphosa's government faced a 30% tariff from the Trump administration.
  • Ramaphosa stated that South African officials would meet U.S. representatives to discuss tariffs and resources.
  • He emphasized that South Africa's leverage lies in its natural resources and that negotiations revolve around critical minerals.
  • Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen mentioned that addressing some of Trump's criticisms might be necessary for lower tariffs.
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SAnews broke the news in on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
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