On March 18, 2025, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi met with Deputy President Paul Mashatile of South Africa. They discussed enhancing bilateral relations, notably in energy cooperation and investment opportunities, marking a significant moment in Japan-South Africa relations.
On March 18, 2025, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi met with Deputy President Paul Mashatile of South Africa for approximately 15 minutes. The meeting marked South Africa’s G20 presidency and Japan’s hosting of TICAD 9, celebrating 115 years of Japan-South Africa relations. Hayashi emphasized the significance of high-level visits and the deepening of bilateral cooperation in various sectors, both public and private.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi welcomed Deputy President Mashatile and expressed hope for continued collaboration between Japan and South Africa, particularly in areas such as energy security and business environments. In response, Deputy President Mashatile reiterated South Africa’s gratitude for Japan’s support in renewable energy and expressed eagerness to enhance bilateral relations and attract further Japanese investments.
The meeting highlighted key areas for ongoing cooperation, including a realistic transition to renewable energy and ensuring a stable operational environment for Japanese firms in South Africa. Both leaders acknowledged the mutual benefits of enhancing collaborative efforts aimed at decarbonization and investment growth.
In summary, the meeting between Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi and Deputy President Mashatile underscored the commitment of both nations to strengthen bilateral relations. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in renewable energy, ensuring energy security, and facilitating investment opportunities for Japanese companies in South Africa. The meeting reflects ongoing efforts to deepen the longstanding partnership between Japan and South Africa.
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