Pretoria, South Africa – (African Boulevard News) – The President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, is on a state visit to South Africa. The visit comes at a time when relations between the two countries continue to strengthen, with key discussions expected to take place between the two leaders.
President Rebelo de Sousa’s visit to South Africa is aimed at deepening economic and political ties between the two nations. South Africa is Portugal’s second-largest trading partner in Africa, with bilateral trade relations between the two countries reaching $611 million in 2022.
During his visit, the Portuguese President is set to hold talks with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, as well as other prominent South African officials. The discussions will focus on areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, and cooperation in the fields of agriculture, energy, and tourism.
At a joint press conference held on Tuesday, President Ramaphosa hailed the visit as a significant milestone in the relationship between the two countries. He went on to praise Portugal for its continued support of South Africa’s economic and social development.
“We are grateful for Portugal’s support of our efforts to promote investment, job creation, and economic growth, especially in the energy and infrastructure sectors,” said Ramaphosa.
The Portuguese President also highlighted the importance of South Africa as a gateway to the wider African continent, stating that “South Africa is a key partner for Portugal in Africa, and we see great potential for increased cooperation in areas such as technology, education, and transportation.”
President Rebelo de Sousa’s visit to South Africa coincides with preparations for a delegation of African leaders set to visit Ukraine and Russia later this month. During the press conference, President Ramaphosa detailed the progress of the peace delegation, which is aimed at promoting stability and economic growth in the region.
In conclusion, President Rebelo de Sousa’s state visit to South Africa is a positive sign of the growing relationship between the two nations. With discussions focused on key areas of mutual interest, the visit is expected to further strengthen economic and political ties between Portugal and South Africa, leading to shared prosperity and growth.
