By Simon Nare
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has committed the South African government to strengthening global supply chains and fostering market resilience in a rapidly changing world.
Delivering the keynote address at the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, Mashatile said supply chains were facing unprecedented challenges from natural disasters to political upheaval.
South Africa was focusing on growing e-commerce and advancing technology in the face of global challenges, the deputy president said.
“Our business communities have been resilient and adapting through strategies like diversifying suppliers, holding more inventory and investing in digital transformation.
“As government, we have also adopted policies and strategies that are conducive for business to strive. We understand the importance of building robust supply chains that can withstand disruptions and ensure the efficient flow of goods and services,” he said.
Mashatile said businesses from South Africa and China must seize the opportunity to collaborate further
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