Cape Town – Deputy President Paul Mashatile is in London for the second leg of his working visit, focusing on enhancing trade and investment ties between South Africa and the United Kingdom.
Following a successful visit to Ireland, Mashatile aims to boost investor confidence in South Africa and attract foreign direct investment.
His engagements include meetings with key financial and business entities, such as Bloomberg Media, the London Stock Exchange, and major banks.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has arrived in London, United Kingdom, for the second leg of his working visit scheduled to take place today and wrap up on Friday, 4 October 2024 https://t.co/V23hSx4FiC #SAinUK pic.twitter.com/oZ3Y9mCeed
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The visit aligns with South Africa’s goals of sustainable economic growth, poverty reduction, and public-private partnerships.
“The Deputy President will also use the opportunity to advance the strategic priorities of the Government of National Unity (GNU), which include creating sustainable economic growth, addressing poverty and the high cost of living, and building an ethical, capable developmental State,” his office said.
Mashatile is also expected to meet with the UK’s Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
