Thebe Mabanga
South African and Chinese companies have an opportunity to collaborate in emerging industries such as renewable energy, logistics and the digital economy.
This was the message from Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, who spoke at the China–South Africa Trade and Investment Promotion Conference which preceded the 9th China-South Africa Trade Fair in Midrand, Johannesburg.
“The South Africa and China relationship represents a significant example of South-South cooperation, characterized by deep economic ties and a growing strategic partnership.” Godlimpi said.
“South Africa’s longstanding strategic trade and investment partnership with China has played a significant role towards South Africa’s economic growth, job creation, and overall development.” the deputy minister said of an economic relationship that spans more than two decades.
China is now South Africa’s largest trading partner and Godlimpi cited figures from the FDI markets which show that inward Fixed Domestic Investment from China to
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