Published
12 months agoon
President Cyril Ramaphosa has concluded a working visit to the United States of America, where he led South Africa’s participation in the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The President delivered South Africa’s National Statement on Tuesday, 19 September 2023, under the theme “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all”.
During his visit, President Ramaphosa also participated in the Financing for Development Summit, the Climate Change Summit, and held several bilateral meetings with world leaders.
In his assessment of the UNGA78, President Ramaphosa said: “The United Nations General Assembly is an important and strategic platform for South Africa, where we are able to interact at a high level multilaterally and bilaterally.
“We have engaged in meaningful discussions that will contribute to the development of our country and our continent. I go home with my spirits lifted and enthused that the challenges we face will be resolved as we continue working with our social partners and business at home, and our trade and diplomatic partners globally.”
The President was accompanied by a delegation of Ministers that included the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr Naledi Pandor; Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Ebrahim Patel; Minister of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries Barbara Creecy; Minister of Health Dr Joe Phaahla; Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni and Minister in the Presidency for Planning Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa.
Highlights of President Ramaphosa’s Visit
President Ramaphosa’s visit to the United States and his participation in the 78th United Nations General Assembly was a success. He used the platform to advocate for South Africa’s interests and to strengthen ties with other world leaders. The President’s visit also helped to raise awareness of the challenges facing South Africa and the continent, and to mobilize support for addressing them.
Warning: Undefined variable $user_ID in /home/iniafrica/public_html/wp-content/themes/zox-news/comments.php on line 49
You must be logged in to post a comment Login