China and South Africa Join Forces to Empower the Global South 🌍🤝
In a move to strengthen international bonds, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and South Africa's Ronald Lamola met in Johannesburg following the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting last Friday. Their discussions focused on reinforcing cooperation between their nations and amplifying the collective voice of Global South countries in global affairs.
Wang Yi lauded South Africa for successfully hosting the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting, emphasizing that the country's presidency marks a historic shift in the global political and economic landscape. He highlighted the meeting's emphasis on unity, equality, and sustainable development, reflecting the shared aspirations of many nations, especially those in the Global South.
Reaffirming China's unwavering support for South Africa's leadership during its G20 presidency, Wang stressed China's commitment to deepening mutually beneficial cooperation. The goal is to accelerate development and revitalization while enhancing the representation and influence of Global South nations, particularly in Africa, on the international stage.
South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola expressed gratitude for China's strong support of their G20 presidency. Acknowledging the current turbulence in international affairs, Lamola reiterated South Africa's readiness to collaborate with China to safeguard the common interests of Global South countries.
Lamola also highlighted the positive progress in China-South Africa cooperation and expressed optimism about advancing practical collaborations across sectors like trade, infrastructure, energy, and emerging industries. He welcomed increased Chinese investment in South Africa, aiming to fast-track industrialization and foster diversified economic growth.
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China, South Africa vow to strengthen ties, boost Global South's voice
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