In an effort to mend relations between the two nations, the Presidency says President Cyril Ramaphosa is looking forward to a productive meeting with his United States (US) counterpart, Donald Trump, on Wednesday.
The President arrived in Washington, DC on Monday, accompanied by four ministers—John Steenhuisen, Parks Tau, Ronald Lamola, and Khumbudzo Ntshavheni—as well as Mcebisi Jonas, Special Envoy to the United States.
Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed that the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) would be on the agenda.
“We would still like to see AGOA extended and see South Africa’s continued participation in AGOA. However, if the Trump administration has decided to do away with the trade scheme, we will then be ready to table an outline of what will be a new trade relationship framework,” said Magwenya.
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