In his State of the Nation address, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa asserted that his government will not be swayed by pressure from the United States to abandon its commitment to policies such as racial redress, diversity, and the energy transition. Ramaphosa highlighted the difficult global landscape marked by climate change, conflict, and rising nationalism, stating that South Africa will stand firm in its values and pursue its national interest.
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“By staying true to our values, by harnessing our unique strengths and endowments, and by forging a common purpose, we can turn these trying circumstances to our advantage and propel our country forward.”“We stand for non-racialism and democracy, for tolerance and compassion. We stand for equal rights for women, for persons with disability and for members of the LGBTQI+ community.
It confirmed fears that the most powerful nation in the G20 will seek to frustrate South Africa’s agenda for its year-long presidency of the forum.
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