This year marks three decades of diplomatic relations between Singapore and South Africa. Read more at straitstimes.com.
He was received on the tarmac by South African Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor, and a silent guard of honour that hoisted the flags of both countries in welcome.
During his three days in the legislative capital of South Africa, PM Lee will meet South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who will host him to an official lunch.PM Lee will also meet South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile.This year marks three decades of diplomatic relations between Singapore and South Africa.
South Africa is Singapore’s second-largest trading partner in Sub-Saharan Africa, with bilateral trade amounting to $2.79 billion in 2022.Earlier in May, South African Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan visited Singapore, where he was hosted by Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong and Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Culture, Community and Youth Alvin Tan.
The meeting saw both sides explore various economic opportunities between Singapore and South Africa. The ministers discussed potential collaboration in areas such as green energy, ports, innovation, and manufacturing, according to a LinkedIn post by Mr Tan.
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