China-South Africa relationship lauded at G20 Summit

The enduring and robust partnership between China and South Africa has been highlighted as a cornerstone of international cooperation during the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg. Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, described the bilateral relationship as ‘an excellent partnership that resonates in multilateral engagements.’ Speaking to China Daily, Magwenya underscored the alignment of both nations on critical global issues, particularly those central to South Africa’s G20 presidency. He emphasized that the strength of this collaboration is unequivocal, with no room for doubt or ambiguity. The remarks come at a time when both countries are deepening their ties across various sectors, including trade, infrastructure, and global governance. The G20 Summit served as a platform to showcase this partnership as a model of effective bilateral cooperation in addressing shared challenges and advancing mutual interests on the global stage.