By Thebe Mabanga
President Cyril Ramaphosa used his welcome address during a state visit to Brazil to call for stronger economic ties between the two countries and an end to hostilities in the Middle East, where the United States and Israel have been carrying out attacks on Iran over the past ten days, with Tehran retaliating by striking neighbouring Gulf states.
Ramaphosa also paid tribute to victims of recent floods in Minas Gerais and reflected on South Africa marking the 30th anniversary of the adoption of its democratic Constitution.
“Our meeting takes place in the year that South Africa celebrates the 30th anniversary of the adoption of our democratic Constitution. On this occasion, we reflect on the progress our democratic nation has made and the sacrifices that made our freedom possible,” Ramaphosa said.
“We remain deeply grateful for the solidarity of the people of Brazil during our struggle for freedom.
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