New York: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that his government is in discussions with U.S. trade representatives to seek a reduction in tariffs imposed on South African goods. The 30% tariffs, enacted during President Donald Trump's previous term, followed unsuccessful attempts by South Africa to secure a favorable trade agreement.

President Ramaphosa criticized the increasing use of trade as a geopolitical tool, warning that such measures destabilize the global economy and hinder development. He emphasized the importance of the United States as a trade partner for South Africa and highlighted the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which provides duty- and quota-free access to U.S. markets for products from 32 African nations. The AGOA treaty, which has hist

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