South Africa's president says trade is being used as a 'weapon'

South Africa's president says trade is being used as a 'weapon'..

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During the 80th United Nations General Assembly, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that trade is being used as a "weapon" and confirmed his country is in discussions with a U.S. trade representative to reduce tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

Ramaphosa expressed the desire for tariffs implemented by President Trump, which began in August, to be reduced.
The South African President emphasized that "trade is now being used as a weapon against a number of countries in the world."
Ramaphosa also advocated for the continuation of the African Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA) treaty, a preferential trade deal benefiting 32 African nations.

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