Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister, Parks Tau will together with International Relations Minister, Ronald Lamola give an update on South Africa’s efforts on mitigation measures against the imposition of a 30% tariff on South African goods, by the United States.

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The briefing set for, Monday at the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) follows concerns of the tariffs on the South African economy, and the impact on industries that export to the United States.

Government says it’s committed to continuing negotiations with the US to reach a deal that is mutually beneficial, and it continues engaging with other countries which are going through a similar processes.

An export support desk has been established and is expected to provide updates and support to affected exporters.

“Government is committed to continue negotiating with the United States to reach a deal that is mutually beneficial and avert a situation where South African exports become uncompetitive in the global trade. trading market,” says DTIC ministerial spokesperson, Kaamil Alli.

He says they continue engaging with other countries who have been through and those who continue to go through this process.

“The DTIC exports disc is live and has begun providing updates on developments and advisory services to exports on alternative destinations,” adds Alli.

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