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Declaration of the Eighth South Africa-European Union Summit


Published on 2025-03-16 09:42:28 - politicsweb
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  • Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, met with Mr Antonio Costa, President of the European Council and Mrs Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, in Cape Town today for the 8th Summit between South Africa and the European Union (EU). The Leaders issued the following statement:

The article from Politicsweb details the outcomes of the Eighth South Africa-European Union Ministerial Dialogue held in Pretoria. The dialogue focused on strengthening the strategic partnership between South Africa and the European Union, discussing key areas such as political cooperation, trade, investment, and development. Key points included the commitment to multilateralism, addressing global challenges like climate change, and enhancing economic ties through the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). Both parties expressed concerns over global issues like the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for peace and adherence to international law. They also discussed regional stability in Africa, particularly in the Sahel, and the importance of supporting African-led peace initiatives. The dialogue underscored the mutual interest in promoting democracy, human rights, and sustainable development, with specific mention of the Just Energy Transition Partnership aimed at supporting South Africa's shift to a low-carbon economy.

Read the Full Politicsweb Article at:
[ https://www.politicsweb.co.za/politics/declaration-of-the-eighth-south-africaeuropean-uni ]