Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
His Excellency Mr Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile delivers a keynote address at the South Africa-Türkiye Business Council, taking place on the sidelines of the Türkiye-Africa Business and Economic Forum at the Istanbul International Conference Centre, in the Republic of Türkiye.
The Deputy President is on a Working Visit to Türkiye to co-chair the inaugural SA-Türkiye Bi-National Commission and engage in a number of bilateral engagements aimed at enhancing trade and cooperation between the two countries.
"South Africa views Türkiye as a strategic partner, a bridge between Europe, Asia, and Africa, a nation that shares our commitment to industrial development, innovation, and inclusive prosperity," said the Deputy President.
"Let this forum serve as a catalyst, a platform to unlock new possibilities in trade, investment, and technology cooperation. The future belongs to those who build together, who look beyond borders, and who transform shared aspirations into shared prosperity. Together, South Africa and Türkiye can advance a new development compact, one that is green, digital, and inclusive, uplifting our people and strengthening the bonds of our shared humanity."