
By Lethabo Mkhize
In the face of rising protectionism, South Africa is opting for measured dialogue with its third-largest export market, the United States. Trade Minister Parks Tau recently confirmed that there “is no intention of decoupling” from Washington, despite new U.S. import levies targeting South African goods. Instead, the country is actively seeking talks with U.S. authorities, submitting a detailed trade and investment proposal that spans energy (including LNG), agriculture, and critical minerals.
Crucially, the proposal underscores South Africa’s commitment to the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), with Tau calling for a unified African strategy ahead of…
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